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Neural aspects of muscle stretching

par Guissard, Nathalie ;Duchateau, Jacques
Référence Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews, 34, page (154-158)
Publication Publié, 2006

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Neural mechanisms contribute significantly to the gains that occur in the range of motion about a joint with stretching exercises. In the acute condition, lengthening of a muscle-tendon unit decreases spinal reflex excitability, which reduces passive tension and increases joint range of motion. Similarly, participation in a stretch-training program decreases tonic reflex activity and increases flexibility.