Research Evidence
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The combined effect of dynamic splinting and neuromuscular electrical stimulation in reducing wrist and elbow contractures in six children with Cerebral Palsy (Journal abstract)
The aim of this pilot study was to investigate the feasibility of applying the combination of Dynamic splinting (DS) and Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) in order to improve wrist and elbow function, and range of motion, in children with upper limb contractures due to ... -
Improvement in hand function and sensation in chronic stroke patients following electrical stimulation exercises: A pilot study
This study demonstrated the effect of exercising wrist and finger extensors in people who have had a stroke using the Microstim 2 exercise stimulator. An increase in hand function was demonstrated using the Jebsen Taylor hand function test. Also an improvement in hand ... -
Electrical stimulation exercises in the upper limb
A description of the clinical techniques used in the FES clinic for training upper limb function following stroke (CVA) and spinal cord injury (SCI). This includes pictures to help with electrode placement and desribes using the microstim exercise stimulator and the ...