Muscle tension

Definition

Muscle tension is the force generated by a muscle or group of muscles when they contract in response to signals from the nervous system. It varies depending on the number of muscle fibers contracting and their rate of contraction.

Related terms

Motor Unit:

A motor unit consists of a single motor neuron and all the muscle fibers it innervates, working together to create movement.

Neuromuscular Junction:

The neuromuscular junction is the site where a motor neuron's terminal meets the muscle fiber, facilitating neurotransmitter release to trigger muscle contraction.

Action Potential:

An action potential is an electrical impulse that travels along nerve or muscle cells, initiating processes such as muscle contraction