Attenuating effects of clenbuterol, β2-agonist, on immobilization - induced atrophy of rat hindlimb muscle fibers

In this review, we discuss the morphologic influence of clenbuterol on muscle atrophy with particular focus on cast-immobilization used in surgical care. β2-agonists induce muscle hypertrophy, particularly in fast muscles. Similar to these anabolic actions, the β2-agonist clenbuterol attenuates immo...

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Main Authors: Hideki Suzuki, Takashi Kitaura
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine 2015-12-01
Series:Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jpfsm/4/5/4_363/_pdf/-char/en