What’s an isotonic foam mattress?

Isotonic foam conforms to the body for a comfortable sleep, and can be used as a full mattress or separate pillow. Originally used to relieve pain and prevent bedsores for hospital patients, it is now commonly used as a memory foam mattress. Isotonic foam comes in high and low density versions and was developed for […]

What’s an isotonic contraction?

Isotonic contraction involves rhythmic movement of large muscle groups and results in gains in muscle size, strength, and endurance. Isometric contraction involves no change in muscle length and is often used to overcome specific weaknesses. Isotonic contraction imposes a greater volume load on the cardiac muscle, resulting in the cardiac training effect. Isotonic contraction can […]

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