Tendon elasticity and positional control

Behavioral and Brain Sciences 18 (4):745-745 (1995)
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Abstract

The spring-like behaviour of a joint following a sudden change of torque is partly a result of the elastic properties of tendons. A large fall in a muscle with a long tendon may be accompanied by tendon recoil causing joint movements as large as 20°.

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