Effect of Electromyogram-Triggered Neuromusclar Stimulation on Motor Function of Upper Limbs post Stroke

VernacularTitle:肌电触发神经肌肉电刺激对脑卒中后上肢运动功能的影响
Author: Liang XING ; Lixu LIU ; Yue GU ; Feng ZHANG ; Tong ZHANG
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: biofeedback, electrical stimulation, stroke, upper extremities, motor function
From: Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2013;19(10):949-952
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To explore the effect of electromyogram-triggered neuromusclar stimulation (ETNS) on motor function of upper limbs of stroke patients. Methods 45 stroke patients from July, 2011 to December, 2012 in China Rehabilitation Research Center were randomly divided into control group (n=15), neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) group (n=15) and ETNS group (n=15). 3 groups were given routine medication and rehabilitation treatment. They were assessed with the largest surface electromyography (sEMG), Simple Test for Evaluating Hand Function (STEF), and modified Barthel Index before and after treatment. Results After treatment, the range of sEMG of extension carpi radialis and STEF improved in three groups (P<0.05). NMES group and ETNS group were better than the control group (P<0.05), and ETNS group was better than NMES group (P<0.05). The scores of modified Barthel Index rose (P<0.05), NMES group and ETNS group were better than the control group (P<0.05). Conclusion Both NMES and ETNS can improve the motor recovery of upper limbs after stroke, and ETNS is more effective.