Gene expression in response to muscle stretch

Abstract

In studying the way the musculoskeletal system adapts, it is important to consider how the different tissues interact with each other.. During growth, and in response to changes in posture, the functional length of muscle is adjusted by altering the number of sarcomeres in series to the optimum for force generation and power output.. In some cases, insufficient adaptation gives rise to problems.

Key Findings

Stretch has marked effects on muscle mass with eccentric contraction being the most effective form of exercise for building muscles.

Study Design

Research study