Chapter
The neuromuscular system
Abstract
This chapter deals with the history of neuromuscular system and its events along with the people involved. The muscle system is held responsible for generating force and moment. Moreover, the chapter emphasizes on the events in the muscles and motoneurons. Herophilus (early third century B.C.) has been the first to recognize the involvement of muscles in producing movements and to distinguish between nerves and tendons, as well as between …
Authors
McComas AJ
Book title
Exercise Physiology People and Ideas
Pagination
pp. 39-97
Publication Date
January 1, 2003
DOI
10.1016/B978-019512527-6.50003-9