The History of Muscle Dysfunction and SEMG
The history of muscle pain and dysfunction is viewed through the lens of a four factor theory of histologic (tissue related) issues, psychologic (emotional) issues, sensory motor (movement) issues, and biomechanical (postural) issues. The historical antecedent...

Training for Bruxism/TMJ
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is highly prevalent in our society, with perhaps 5% of society having symptoms severe enough to warrant teatment. Bruxism is highly correlated with symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in both adu...

Bad Form Leads to Painful Computing
Ergonomic Solutions Alone Won't Help Prevent Computer-Related Injuries SAN FRANCISCO, May 31 (AScribe News) -- New research shows it takes more than just an ergonomic desk chair or a split keyboard to prevent the health problems affecting millions of compu...

Recent Advances in EMG Monitoring
Electromyographic (EMG) instruments have been used for many years to detect muscle action potentials through the application of surface or needle electrodes. Monitored activity can range from less than 0.1 microvolts to as high as several thousand microvolts. ...

sEMG: Surface Electromyography - Jeffrey R. Cram,
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EMG or Electromyography
EMG and Biofeedback: The electromyograph (sEMG) allows readings to be taken via 3 surface sensors placed on the skin over appropriate muscles. Biofeedback EMGs are non-invasive and should not be confused with diagnostic needle style EMGs. sEMG feedback ...