Introduction to Surface Electromyography

A comprehensive resource for health professions students and practitioners, including physical and occupational therapists, chiropractors, and behavioral medicine students, Cram's 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. This updated edition includes expanded "quick reference" items created by Glenn Kasman, As well as a new chapter on Assessment and Treatment of Neuromuscular Disorders. The chapter on Dynamic Assessment and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Problems has also been updated and revised. With a quick reference section and an atlas including line drawings and color photographs, this text is a valuable tool resource for health professions students and practitioners. bull; Provides a comprehensive introduction to surface electromyography bull; Features a detailed electrode atlas with illustrations of 68 electrode placement sites bull; Includes helpful "quick reference" items throughout the text bull; Addresses the growing uses for surface electromyography bull; Includes data from the latest research studies on the use of SEMG in work performance, sports performance, rehabilitation, and movement analysisCram, Jeffery R. is the author of 'Introduction to Surface Electromyography', published 2007 under ISBN 9780763732745 and ISBN 0763732745.