Methods for the assessment of neuromuscular function by F-wave latency
US6379313B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 26, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2560/0252
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods are provided for the assessment of neuromuscular function by F-wave latency. Stimuli are applied to a nerve that traverses a wrist or an ankle joint of an individual. Stimulation of the nerve causes a muscle innervated by that nerve to respond, thereby generating a myoelectric potential. One component of the myoelectric potential is the F-wave component. The F-wave latency between application of the stimulus and the detection of the myoelectric potential is used to provide an assessment of a neuromuscular function of the nerve and/or muscle.
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