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Electromyostimulation from a clinical perspective. A review.

M C Morrissey1

  • 1Department of Physical Therapy, Sargent College of Allied Health Professions, Boston University, Massachusetts.

Sports Medicine (Auckland, N.Z.)
|July 1, 1988
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Electromyostimulation (EMS) offers advantages over voluntary exercise in early rehabilitation, especially during joint immobilization. Research explores its clinical applications, optimal parameters, and role in muscle recovery post-injury.

Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation

Background:

  • Electromyostimulation (EMS) has seen increased research and clinical application in sports medicine.
  • Understanding EMS benefits over voluntary exercise is crucial for optimizing rehabilitation protocols.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review key findings on electromyostimulation from a clinical perspective.
  • To highlight the advantages and considerations for using EMS in sports medicine and rehabilitation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing research on electromyostimulation in clinical settings.
  • Analysis of studies focusing on quadriceps femoris rehabilitation after knee injury.

Main Results:

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  • EMS demonstrates greater effectiveness than voluntary exercise during early rehabilitation phases, particularly when reflex inhibition is present.
  • EMS is beneficial during joint immobilization, for training specific muscle components, and may influence muscle fiber types.
  • Optimal use requires careful selection of stimulus parameters, joint position, and electrode characteristics.

    • Conclusions:

    • Electromyostimulation presents a valuable tool in sports medicine rehabilitation, offering distinct advantages over voluntary exercise.
    • Further research is needed to fully elucidate the potential of EMS, particularly after peripheral joint injuries.