Examples of Isometric in the following topics:
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- In contrast to isotonic contractions, isometric contractions generate force without changing the length of the muscle, common in the muscles of the hand and forearm responsible for grip.
- Using the above example, the muscle contraction required to grip but not move a heavy object prior to lifting would be isometric.
- Isometric contractions are frequently used to maintain posture.
- During an isometric contraction the muscle is under tension but neither shortens nor lengthens.
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