Neuromechanics of the Rate of Force Development
Alessandro Del Vecchio
Abstract
The rate at which an individual can develop force during rapid voluntary contractions can be influenced by both the neural drive to a muscle and its intrinsic musculotendinous properties. We hypothesize that the maximal rate of force development across human individuals is mainly attributable to the rate of motor unit recruitment.
Topics & Concepts
Motor unitTurnoverPhysical medicine and rehabilitationMotor unit recruitmentPsychologyNeuroscienceElectromyographyMedicineEconomicsManagementMuscle activation and electromyography studiesSports Performance and TrainingMotor Control and Adaptation