An Isometric Contraction is a Contraction in Which

Question

An isometric contraction is a contraction in which
A) tension (or force) increases, but length stays the same.
B) tension (or force) stays the same, but length increases.
C) tension (or force) stays the same, and length stays the same.
D) tension (or force) stays the same, but length decreases.
E) tension (or force) decreases, and length decreases.

Accepted Answer

In an isometric contraction, the muscle generates tension (or force) while its length remains unchanged. This typically occurs when a muscle attempts to move a load that is greater than the force the muscle can produce, resulting in no movement or change in muscle length.