How are muscle spindle cells and Golgi tendon receptors important to DTM?
What will be an ideal response?
A complete response should include these concepts:
• Muscle spindle cells
• Correct application of DTM should avoid the stimulation of muscle spindle cells.
• If muscle spindle cells are stimulated by applying pressure too deeply or quickly, they will cause "guarding," which is counterproductive.
• Golgi tendon receptors
• Can be stimulated through massage pressure and/or stretching to cause relaxation response in muscles.
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