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isotonic exercise

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isotonic exercise
n.
Exercise in which isotonic muscular contraction is used to strengthen muscles and improve joint mobility.
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Noun1.isotonic exerciseisotonic exercise - exercise in which opposing muscles contract and there is controlled movement (tension is constant while the lengths of the muscles change); "the classic isotonic exercise is lifting free weights"
exercise, exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout - the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit; "the doctor recommended regular exercise"; "he did some exercising"; "the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit"

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Two commonly used forms are rhythmic stabilization training (RST) and combination of isotonic exercises (COI).
Isotonic exercises consist of muscle contractions against resistance with motion, such as pulling against elastic bands or tubing.
Improvements in muscle performance have been demonstrated for people with CP using isometric exercise,[4] isotonic exercise,[4-6] isokinetic exercise,[7,8] and a combination of isotonic exercise and weight machines.
 
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