Often forgotten in the process of understanding human movement, are the processes that may lead to a rapid reflex or … More
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The Neuromuscular System (Part 6) – Motor Units (Recruitment & Synchronization)
This is the final breakdown of anatomical structures within the NM system. We have so far covered: anatomy of the … More
The Neuromuscular System (Part 5) – Skeletal Muscle Structure & Contraction (NM Junction & Excitation Contraction Coupling)
Hopefully you are now familiar with basic anatomy of the brain, spinal cord, the various neurons that reside within the … More
The Neuromuscular System (Part 3) – Neurons and Neuroglia
Following on from our journey through basic brain and spinal cord anatomy, as well as the corticospinal tracts, it is … More
The Neuromuscular System (Part 2) – Spinal Cord Anatomy & Corticospinal Tracts
We covered the key anatomical structures of the brain in the previous article. Now we will look to extend downwards … More
The Neuromuscular System (Part 1) – Basic Anatomy of the Brain
While you revise for your Neuro/Sport Sci/Kinesiology/Physio etc etc undergrad degree, you may come across the large and intricate set … More
Physiological Responses to Linear/Non-Linear Soccer Simulations.
Our recent study investigated the Loughborough Intermittent Shuttle Test (LIST) (Nicholas et al., 2000) and it’s effects on neuromuscular fatigue … More
An Introduction to Concussion within Combat Sports (Part 1)
Disclaimer: This article may change from time to time to reflect recent/relevant advances in the field of concussion within combat … More
Physiology in Combat 