THE primary afferent ending of the mammalian muscle spindle is highly sensitive to vibration 1–4. In the presence of fusimotor activity it may discharge an impulse on each cycle of vibration applied ...

The Brookbush Institute continues to enhance education with a glossary that is more than just definitions. Examples, common questions, and so much more! Because muscle spindle sensitivity may adapt in ...

Stretch sensors in our muscles participate in reflexes that serve the subconscious control of posture and movement. According to a new study, these sensors respond weakly to muscle stretch caused by ...

While training to grow muscle, most people overlook an innate function in the body which can help build strength: the stretch reflex. "The stretch reflex is something that we all have," explains ...

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Stretching relieves stiffness and supports mobility, especially as you age.Experts recommend dynamic stretching before workouts, static stretching after, and about five ...

You might have experienced the popular knee jerk in the doctors room or you may have heard of someone having an automatic 'knee-jerk response' to a situation without thinking. Strange, isn't it? Well, ...

Stretch sensors in our muscles participate in reflexes that serve the subconscious control of posture and movement. According to a new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, these sensors ...