Explain the role of the brain in the maintenance of muscle tone
What will be an ideal response?
A complete response should include these concepts:
• Tonus is mainly controlled by spinal reflexes, but the brain is always monitoring and can influence tonus as well.
• Thoughts and emotions can affect tonus greatly.
• When a person is tense anxious or fearful, they are more likely to have increased tonus or tension in their shoulders.
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