Post-Contraction Potentiation Can React Inversely to Post-Activation Potentiation Depending on the Test Contraction Force
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The surface electromyographic (EMG) activity of the biceps brachii during weak elbow flexion reportedly increases immediately after strong elbow flexion, even during the exertion of a given force. This phenomenon is called post-contraction potentiation (EMG-PCP). However, the effects of test contraction intensity (TCI) on EMG-PCP remain unclear. This study evaluated PCP levels at various TCI values. Sixteen healthy participants were asked to perform a force matching task (2%, 10%, or 20% of the maximum voluntary contraction [MVC]) before (Test 1) and after (Test 2) a conditioning contraction (50% of MVC). With a 2% TCI, the EMG amplitude was higher in Test 2 than in Test 1. With a 20% TCI, the EMG amplitude was lower in Test 2 than in Test 1. Furthermore, EMG spectral analyses showed that the α- and β-band power ratios in Test 2 were enhanced by 2% TCI compared with Test 1. These findings suggest that TCI is crucial in determining the EMG-force relationship immediately after a brief intensive contraction.
- Tokyo Gakugei University Japan
- Sagami Women's University Japan
- Chiba University Japan
- Japan University of Health Sciences Japan
Electromyography, Isometric Contraction, Elbow Joint, Elbow, Humans, Muscle, Skeletal, Muscle Contraction
Electromyography, Isometric Contraction, Elbow Joint, Elbow, Humans, Muscle, Skeletal, Muscle Contraction
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