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An isometric contraction builds tension but there is no joint movement.

Q: What is the type of contraction in which the muscle fibers produce increased tension but does not shorten?

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An isometric contraction builds tension but there is no joint movement.

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An isometric contraction is when the muscle does not shorten and no movement results.

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An Isotonic muscle contraction is a muscle contraction that makes your limbs move whereas an Isometric contraction is a muscle contraction where the limbs stay static

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If the muscle can not shorten because the muscle is trying to move a load that is greater than the force, then the contraction is isometric.

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