Histological structure of skeletal muscle in disuse muscle atrophy and role of exercise

Attenuation of skeletal muscle atrophy via acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, and electrical stimulation

“…Cast-immobilization and the resulting reduction in skeletal muscle fiber CSA can negatively affect skeletal muscle function and strength. 40 The current study revealed that 14 days of cast-immobilization reduced peak twitch force by 49% which is consistent with Belova et al. 41 who found a 38% decrease in twitch force following 7 days of unloading.…”