Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance 9th Edition by Scott Powers, Edward Howley

Exercise 17

Discuss the function of Golgi tendon organs in monitoring muscle tension.

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Golgi-tendon organs (GTO) are a type of proprioceptors that provide the central nervous system with information about the body position. They serve as safety devices that prevent excessive force during muscle contraction. Their signals through the spinal cord excite inhibitory neurons that prevent the muscle against contraction..