Anatomical validation of needle placement for cervical paraspinal mapping of the multifidus

The results indicate modest accuracy for EMG needle placement as proposed in the clinical protocol. Clinical utility of this method requires more work including the establishment of norms, sensitivities, specificities, and clinical impact.

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Muscle & Nerve
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2024-09-28
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https://doi.org/10.1002/mus.28268
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Nerve Injury and Rehabilitation
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Anatomical validation of needle placement for cervical paraspinal mapping of the multifidus

Brian Malave, Andrew J. Haig, Steven L. Johnson
Muscle & Nerve
Nerve Injury and Rehabilitation
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Anatomical validation of needle placement for cervical paraspinal mapping of the multifidus

Brian Malave, Andrew J. Haig, Steven L. Johnson
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Abstract

The results indicate modest accuracy for EMG needle placement as proposed in the clinical protocol. Clinical utility of this method requires more work including the establishment of norms, sensitivities, specificities, and clinical impact.

Muscle & NerveVol. 70(6)
Dartmouth College (US), University of Michigan (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 69%
Nerve Injury and Rehabilitation
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