Technology and health care : official journal of the European Society for Engineering and Medicine
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Technol Health Care · Jan 2015
Anatomical study of preganglionic spinal nerve and disc relation at different lumbar levels: Special aspect for microscopic spine surgery.
Lumbar microdiscectomy is a widespread popular method of treatment. One major challenge is the spine level dependent different anatomy and the limited sight on the nerve root during the surgical procedure. ⋯ The topographical anatomy changes each lumbar segment and demands therefore an exact preoperative planning using this specific knowledge to perform a successful microscopic spine surgery. The results of the study support a better understanding of the relevant anatomy and help to reduce incomplete herniated disc removal and to avoid surgical complications.
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Technol Health Care · Jan 2015
Effects of interphase interval and stimulation form on dorsiflexors contraction force.
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is commonly used in rehabilitation to restore movement to patients following orthopedic and neurological injuries. When applying NMES the goal is to induce the strongest contractions with minimal discomfort. ⋯ IPI may increase the effectiveness of biphasic pulse with CC, but not with CV stimulation.