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Hypertrophy of a muscle refers to its ability to recruit motor units to increase the strength of the muscle?s contraction.

The ____________ is an inhibitory specialized fiber found in muscle.

The human body primarily uses open kinetic chains in the lower extremities for normal function.

The following progressive resistive exercise (PRE) represents which isotonic exercise technique? Determine pt’s 10 repetition max, then have pt perform 3 sets in the following progression based on their 10 RM……Full (100%) 10 RM, 3/4 10 RM, 1/2 10 RM

Slow twitch muscle fibers generate a great amount of tension in a short period of time.

A patient who exercises for 15-20 minutes would get most of their energy for the exercise from which system?

Passive stretching of a muscle can be achieved by using either manual or mechanical methods.

Which of the following is NOT an important consideration for a therapeutic exercise plan designed to increase cardiovascular endurance?

A limitation of function that results from the formation of scar tissue is called a(n)

Which of the following is NOT an indication for joint mobilization?