Methods for the assessment of neuromuscular function by F-wave l

Details Methods for the assessment of neuromuscular function by F-wave l Methods for the assessment of neuromuscular function by F-wave l

1999-03-16

2000-10-17

Kamm, William E.

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Sensitivity to electric stimulus

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ABSTRACT:
Methods are provided for the assessment of neuromuscular function by F-wave latency. Stimuli are applied to a nerve that traverses a wrist or an ankle joint of an individual. Stimulation of the nerve causes a muscle innervated by that nerve to respond, thereby generating a myoelectric potential. One component of the myoelectric potential is the F-wave component. The F-wave latency between application of the stimulus and the detection of the myoelectric potential is used to provide an assessment of a neuromuscular function of the nerve and/or muscle.

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