The technique of electromyography, used to study the electrical currents generated by muscle action, has become invaluable to researchers in the biological, medical, and behavioral sciences. With it, the scientist can study the role of muscles in producing and controlling limb movement, eating, breathing, posture, vocalizations, and the manipulation of objects. However, many electromyographic techniques were developed in the clinical study of humans and are inappropriate for use in research on other organisms-tadpoles, for example. This book, a complete and very practical hands-on guide to the theoretical and experimental requirements of electromyography, takes into account the needs of researchers across the sciences.

A comprehensive resource for your health professions students, including physical and occupational therapists, chiropractors, and behavioral medicine students, Introduction to Surface Electromyography clearly explains how to use SEMG to treat a variety of neuromuscular conditions. It covers the development of SEMG, instrumentation, assessment, and treatment, and features a detailed atlas for electrode placement. • Provides a comprehensive introduction to surface electromyography • Features a detailed electrode atlas with illustrations of 68 electrode placement sites • Includes helpful “quick reference” items throughout the text • Addresses the growing uses for surface electromyography • Includes data from the latest research studies on the use of SEMG in work performance, sports performance, rehabilitation, and movement analysis

Surface EMG is a popular tool used by physical therapists, occupational therapists, and chiropractors in both assessing and treating a wide range of neuromusculoskeletal disorders. This book provides the basics of surface EMG. It addresses such questions as what is EMG? Why use surface EMG? When and how is it used? Featuring a complete Atlas for Electrode Placement, the book introduces electrode placement strategies for various disorders, understanding and interpreting the surface EMG signal, and basic formulations for treatment strategies. Each chapter includes clinical examples to orient the practitioner to surface EMG's potential use.

Updated and reorganized, the third edition of this popular book uses a problem-oriented approach to present the principles of electrical stimulation, physiology and useful instrumentation as they relate to electrotherapy. This comprehensive text focuses on the clinical effectiveness of electrotherapeutic modalities and their physiologic impact on function and healing. Featuring new case studies and review questions, it also includes new material on the use of electrical stimulation for tissue repair and pain management, improving muscle performance, and increasing functional activity. Physical therapy students and practitioners.

A reprint of Motor phonetics, 1951.

Many vital medical techniques are based on fundamental bioelectric and biomagnetic phenomena-electrocardiographs and cardiac pacemakers are two examples. This book examines the fundamental science underlying these techniques.

The scientists who gathered at the Congress of ISEK to share advances and knowledge in the broad field of Electrophysiological Kinesiology are bound together by a common desire to study human movement and the neuromuscular system. This book is a selection of the one hundred and thirty one platform papers and eleven state-of-the-art sessions from 11 invited speakers, representing a distinguished scientific group. The book is offered as a contribution to the body of knowledge for the neuromuscular system in normal and diseased states. It includes both basic and applied research.

Electromyography (EMG) is the study of muscle behaviour via electronic means, and is thus a technique fundamental to ergonomics, physiology and biomechanics. This text describes the principles of EMG and its application domains, focusing on anatomy, biology, muscle characteristics, physics, mechanics, EMG signal, noise/artifacts/errors, equipment/devices/techniques, interpretation and computerised data acquisition, and analysis. The book provides a theoretical base, a strategic framework and user experiences.

This book is an in depth source of information on the nature, diagnosis and management of soft tissue complaints, including injuries to tendon and ligament, back and neck pain and chronic pain states. It is suitable for a wide audience within medical and allied professions and is also likely to serve as the main reference text for undergraduate teaching on soft tissue disorders.

The latest edition of this classic in the field presents a unique and comprehensive account of the mechanics of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. Written for students and researchers of biomechanics, the book covers key areas including the properties of biomaterials, common measuring techniques and modeling. As with the previous edition there are numerous applications and extensive questions and answers at the end of sections. Specific changes for this edition include: Major revision of the section on biological materials including bone, cartilage, ligament, tendon, muscle and joints and new discussion of failure and healing Extensive updating of material covering force, pressure distribution, optical methods and simulation An increase in the number and type of applications across a broad range of disciplines Biomechanics of the Musculo-skeletal System, Third Edition will prove invaluable for undergraduate students in mechanics and physics; medical students and graduate students in engineering, exercise and sport science and kinesiology; and for all those with an interest in the biomechanical aspects of the human or animal body.