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Consensus for experimental design in electromyography (CEDE) project: Checklist for reporting and critically
Manuela Besomi1, Valter Devecchi2, Deborah Falla2
1School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
Summary
Researchers developed the Consensus for Experimental Design in Electromyography Checklist (CEDE-Check) to standardize electromyography (EMG) reporting. This checklist enhances reproducibility and interpretation of EMG studies in research and clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Neuroscience
- Rehabilitation Science
Background:
- Electromyography (EMG) techniques and reporting vary widely, causing challenges in research and clinical practice.
- Lack of standardized reporting hinders reproducibility and interpretation of EMG studies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a standardized checklist for reporting EMG experimental design.
- To improve the quality, reproducibility, and interpretation of EMG research.
Main Methods:
- A multi-stage Delphi process involving seventeen EMG experts from diverse disciplines.
- Two rounds of expert consensus to finalize the checklist items.
Main Results:
- Development of the Consensus for Experimental Design in Electromyography Checklist (CEDE-Check).
- The CEDE-Check comprises forty items covering task, electrode placement, recording characteristics, and signal acquisition/processing.
- Consensus achieved on critical reporting areas for EMG studies.
Conclusions:
- The CEDE-Check provides a standardized framework for reporting EMG methodologies.
- It aims to enhance critical appraisal, scientific rigor, and comparability of EMG studies.
- Expected to improve interpretation of results and facilitate clinical applications of EMG research.
