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The neuromuscular system
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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