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Golgi tendon organ |
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Golgi tendon organ [′gȯl·jē ′ten·dən ‚ȯr·gən] (physiology) Any of the kinesthetic receptors situated near the junction of muscle fibers and a tendon which act as muscle-tension recorders. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Golgi tendon organs are sensitive to very slight changes (<1 g) in tension and are responsive to tension that occurs either by active contraction or by passive stretch. The vestibular system, muscle spindles, Golgi tendon organs, and cutaneous receptors are described at a level that reinforces the motor-learning model. The role of muscle spindles and Golgi tendon organs in producing this observed inhibition awaits confirmation. |
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