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The two-tailed t-test ( P &lt; 0.1) was performed on the data obtained from eight normal knees. The results indicate that both hamstrings and quadriceps demonstrate a significant increase (&gt;100%) in their antagonist coactivation pattern during the final 40\u00b0 of fast extension and flexion movements, respectively, as limb velocity increases. A minor de crease in antagonist activity of the hamstrings (24%) and quadriceps (8%) was evident during the initial phase of the extension and flexion movements, respec tively, as joint velocity increased.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>We concluded that as limb velocity is increased, there is a substantial reflexive (unintentional) increase in the contribution of the antagonist musculature to joint stiff ness and reduction of laxity. The results also suggest that strength training of the hamstrings (rather than quadriceps) should be considered as a modality for conservative treatment of ACL deficiencies, as well as an adjunct to surgical reconstruction. 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