Module 4: Neuromuscular Applications

Covers Blueprint Area IV: sEMG Applications

8 hours:
$60 AAPB Members / $85 Non Members for downloadable pdf
$30 AAPB Members / $35 Non Members for online exam

Jeffrey R. Cram, PhD, BCIAC

This module is designed to help you:

• Describe the muscle anatomy and physiology relevant to surface electromyographic (sEMG) biofeedback.
• Identify major muscle groups commonly used by sEMG biofeedback practi-tioners for treating musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders.
• Specify appropriate sEMG sensor configurations and signal processing for achieving various training goals.
• Discuss muscular, neural and psychosocial determinanats of chronic muscular pain.
• Identify general sEMG biofeedback strategies for treating musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders.
• Describe specific sEMG assessment and treatment strategies for musculoskeletal disorders of the head, neck and back.
• Describe the pathology and biofeedback treatment of a variety of disorders associated with peripheral and central nervous system injury.
• Describe the sEMG treatment of urinary and fecal incontinence.