Electromyography (EMG)

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Electromyography is the recording of electrical activity from muscle tissue. EMG is a diagnostic tool used to monitor nerve root function and motor unit activity.

Muscle and Neuromuscular Junction

Electromyography recording

  1. Spontaneous EMG
  2. Stimulated EMG
  3. Single Fiber EMG

Peripheral Nerves

Cranial Nerves

  1. Facial Nerve
  2. Cranial Nerve III IV and VI
  3. Other Cranial Nerves

Intraoperative Monitoring

  1. Pedicle screws
  2. Peripheral Nerves
  3. Brachial Plexus
  4. Dorsal Rhizotomy
  5. Skull Base Tumor
  6. Others

Anesthesia and Other Factors

  1. Anesthesia Methods
  2. Muscle Relaxants
  3. Temperature
  4. Tourniquet
  5. Others

References