Overview
Skeletal Muscle fibers are the building blocks and most basic unit of skeletal muscles, the muscles that attach to bones and enable movement of the body. They are specialized cells that contain hundreds of proteins and other molecules and are formed from a single stem cell, which differentiates into a multinucleated muscle fiber. They are also known as muscle cells, and have the ability to shorten and generate tension, enabling movement of the body. Skeletal Muscle fibers are essential for maintaining posture, balance, and enabling physical activity. They are constantly regenerating, allowing for repairs and adaptation to different physical activities.
Research published in this journal
3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
Influence of Long-Term Space Flight on Mechanical Properties of the Human Triceps Surae Muscle: Electro Mechanical Delay and Musculo-Tendinous Stiffness
Healthy Aging and Muscle Dysfunction: Will Melatonin Help?
How this research is being cited
The 3 articles above have been cited 8 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2025 · Experimental Physiology
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2025 · Human Physiology
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2025 · Human Physiology
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2025 · Experimental Physiology
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2023 · Физиология человека
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2023 · Human Physiology
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2023 · Human Physiology
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2023 · Физиология человека
A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Skeletal Muscle Fibers, linking to each citing work.