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Eccentric Exercise as a Potent Prescription for Muscle Weakness After Joint Injury.

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An argument for the incorporation of lengthening contractions during rehabilitation after joint injury. Lengthening contractions (i.e., eccentric contractions) are capable of uniquely triggering the nervous system and signaling pathways to… Click to show full abstract

An argument for the incorporation of lengthening contractions during rehabilitation after joint injury. Lengthening contractions (i.e., eccentric contractions) are capable of uniquely triggering the nervous system and signaling pathways to promote tissue health/growth. This mode of exercise may be particularly potent for patients suffering from muscle weakness after joint injury. Here we provide a novel framework for eccentric exercise as a safe, effective mode of exercise prescription for muscle recovery.

Keywords: joint injury; weakness joint; exercise; muscle weakness

Journal Title: Exercise and sport sciences reviews
Year Published: 2023

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