Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation of Quadriceps Femoris

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Based on the work of Dr. Lynn Snyder-Mackler et al in JBJS, electrical stimulation when combined with volitional exercises yields superior quadriceps function following ACL reconstruction and should be routinely employed during rehabilitation to overcome quadriceps inhibition. It is critical to highlight the fact that the patient remains completely relaxed while the stimulation is on and the therapist should take it up to maximum patient tolerance.


Parameters:

Device: Empi PV300
Pulse Width = 400 microseconds
Frequency = 50-75 pulses/second
On/Off Time = 12/50 seconds
Ramp Time = 2 seconds
Total Treatment Time = 15 minutes

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation of the Quadriceps Femoris from NYSportsMed & Physical Therapy on Vimeo.

Chris Johnson