The history of surface electromyography

Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback. 2003 Jun;28(2):81-91. doi: 10.1023/a:1023802407132.

Abstract

The history of muscle pain and dysfunction is viewed through the lens of a four factor theory of histologic (tissue related) issues, psychologic (emotional) issues, sensory motor (movement) issues, and biomechanical (postural) issues. The historical antecedents of surface electromyography are reviewed.

Publication types

  • Historical Article
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biomechanical Phenomena
  • Electrodes
  • Electromyography / history*
  • Electromyography / methods
  • Electromyography / psychology
  • Emotions
  • History, 20th Century
  • Humans
  • Movement / physiology
  • Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena
  • Neurons, Afferent / physiology
  • Posture / physiology