Contraction that increases muscle tone but does not produce movement is called
A) tetany
B) isotonic
C) treppe
D) twitch
E) isometric

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Isometric contractions involve the contraction of muscles without any movement or change in muscle length. Such contractions are used in exercises such as holding a plank position or a wall sit where the muscles are contracting but not producing any movement.

Contraction That Increases Muscle Tone but Does Not Produce Movement