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[Dissipative processes in human passive skeletal muscle].

V S Gurfinkel', Iu P Ivanenko, Iu S Levik

    Biofizika
    |May 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    Passive human skeletal muscles exhibit frequency-independent energy loss, suggesting velocity-independent "dry friction" resistance. Muscle damping also shows time-dependent thixotropy, affecting resistance to stretches.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomechanics
    • Muscle Physiology

    Context:

    • Understanding passive muscle mechanics is crucial for analyzing limb movement and developing rehabilitation strategies.
    • Previous models often assume viscous damping, which does not fully capture muscle behavior.

    Purpose:

    • To investigate the damping properties of passive human skeletal muscle during low-amplitude oscillations.
    • To determine the nature of energy dissipation and identify factors influencing muscle resistance.

    Summary:

    • Low-amplitude limb oscillations reveal that passive muscle energy loss is largely frequency-independent.
    • Muscle damping is primarily characterized by velocity-independent 'dry friction' rather than viscous resistance.
    • Passive muscle exhibits thixotropy, with resistance to stretch dependent on the time interval between movements.

    Impact:

    • This research redefines our understanding of passive muscle damping, highlighting a 'dry friction' model.
    • Findings suggest new approaches for assessing muscle condition and designing assistive devices.
    • The identification of thixotropy provides insights into muscle fatigue and recovery mechanisms.

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