Unilateral hypertrophy of the arm muscles is most likely seen in an individual who regularly
a. lifts weights. c. moves furniture.
b. plays tennis. d. plays soccer.
B
Hypertrophy refers to an increase in muscle size and shape resulting from an increase in the muscle fibers. It is detected as a unilateral or bilateral increase in the contour of the muscle. Unilateral hypertrophy of the arm muscles can result from selected activities that use one side of the body more than the other such as tennis. Bilateral hypertrophy of the arm muscles is common among individuals involved in weightlifting or other activities that require repetitive motion against opposing resistance (moving furniture). Hypertrophy of the leg muscles would be seen in an individual who plays soccer.
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