The Response to Signals from Golgi Tendon Organs is To

Question

The response to signals from Golgi tendon organs is to
A)decrease the degree of muscle contraction.
B)decrease the degree of muscle relaxation.
C)increase the degree of muscle contraction.
D)None apply.

Accepted Answer

The Golgi tendon organs are located in the tendons of muscles and are stimulated by tension created by muscle contractions. When a Golgi tendon organ is stimulated, it sends signals to the spinal cord which inhibit the muscle from contracting further. This is a protective mechanism that prevents muscles from becoming damaged due to excessive force or tension. Therefore, the response to signals from Golgi tendon organs is to decrease the degree of muscle contraction.