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Suo M, Zhou L, Wang J, Huang H, Zhang J, Sun T, Liu X, Chen X, Song C, Li Z. The Application of Surface Electromyography Technology in Evaluating Paraspinal Muscle Function. Diagnostics (Basel) 2024; 14:1086. [PMID: 38893614 PMCID: PMC11172025 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14111086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2024] [Revised: 05/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
Abstract
Surface electromyography (sEMG) has emerged as a valuable tool for assessing muscle activity in various clinical and research settings. This review focuses on the application of sEMG specifically in the context of paraspinal muscles. The paraspinal muscles play a critical role in providing stability and facilitating movement of the spine. Dysfunctions or alterations in paraspinal muscle activity can lead to various musculoskeletal disorders and spinal pathologies. Therefore, understanding and quantifying paraspinal muscle activity is crucial for accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring therapeutic interventions. This review discusses the clinical applications of sEMG in paraspinal muscles, including the assessment of low back pain, spinal disorders, and rehabilitation interventions. It explores how sEMG can aid in diagnosing the potential causes of low back pain and monitoring the effectiveness of physical therapy, spinal manipulative therapy, and exercise protocols. It also discusses emerging technologies and advancements in sEMG techniques that aim to enhance the accuracy and reliability of paraspinal muscle assessment. In summary, the application of sEMG in paraspinal muscles provides valuable insights into muscle function, dysfunction, and therapeutic interventions. By examining the literature on sEMG in paraspinal muscles, this review offers a comprehensive understanding of the current state of research, identifies knowledge gaps, and suggests future directions for optimizing the use of sEMG in assessing paraspinal muscle activity.
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Affiliation(s)
- Moran Suo
- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China; (M.S.); (J.W.); (H.H.); (J.Z.); (T.S.); (X.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Neurology, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China;
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China; (M.S.); (J.W.); (H.H.); (J.Z.); (T.S.); (X.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China; (M.S.); (J.W.); (H.H.); (J.Z.); (T.S.); (X.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China; (M.S.); (J.W.); (H.H.); (J.Z.); (T.S.); (X.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China; (M.S.); (J.W.); (H.H.); (J.Z.); (T.S.); (X.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China; (M.S.); (J.W.); (H.H.); (J.Z.); (T.S.); (X.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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- Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China;
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- Department of Neurology, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China;
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- Department of Orthopedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian 116011, China; (M.S.); (J.W.); (H.H.); (J.Z.); (T.S.); (X.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopedic Diseases, Dalian 116000, China
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The Effect of Spinal Asymmetries on Physical Fitness Parameters in Young Elite Soccer Players. Symmetry (Basel) 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/sym14122497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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The purpose of the study was to examine the effect of spinal asymmetries on specific physical fitness parameters in young elite soccer players. Fifty male soccer players, all members of the under 17 (U17) and 15 (U15) National teams of Cyprus, were initially evaluated for thoracic kyphosis, lumbar lordosis and scoliosis asymmetries. Based on the spinal asymmetries’ initial evaluation, soccer players were categorized into the asymmetry group (AG) and normal group (NG) per spinal asymmetry. Hamstring and lower-back flexibility, countermovement jump (CMJ) and lower body isokinetic maximum force were evaluated between AG and NG. CMJ with arm swing was lower in kyphotic posture AG compared with the NG (AG: 41.70 ± 3.59 cm, NG: 44.40 ± 4.34 cm; p = 0.028). Single leg CMJ was lower in both legs in scoliotic posture AG compared with the NG (right: AG: 17.42 ± 1.86 cm, NG: 19.16 ± 2.42 cm, p = 0.008, left: AG: 17.54 ± 1.33 cm, NG: 19.97 ± 2.91 cm; p = 0.002). Sit-and-reach flexibility was lower in scoliotic posture AG (AG: 20.44 ± 5.76 cm, NG: 24.82 ± 6.83 cm; p = 0.024) and higher in lordotic posture AG (AG: 25.95 ± 6.59 cm, NG: 21.73 ± 6.45 cm; p = 0.04) both compared with the NG. No significant difference was found for quadriceps and hamstrings concentric peak torque between the AG and NG (p > 0.05). The current study revealed that kyphotic and scoliotic posture asymmetries deteriorate neuromuscular explosiveness performance and diminish lower limbs’ flexibility in young International-level soccer players.
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