Cross-bridges of fatigued Xenopus muscle fibres can produce nearly full tension when fully activated by caffeine or high K+, though shortening velocity may be reduced.
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Indicates preserved cross-bridge function despite fatigue; leaves open translation to human muscle or clinical fatigue management.
Lännergren et al. (1989) studied this question.
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