NMES Skill Check

Question 1

Smooth Contraction NMES - For Muscle Re-Education

Answer 1

Frequency: 25-50 Hz
ON/OFF: 1:3 or 1:5
Time: 15-30 Minutes
Strong Motor Contraction
Set at continuous then turn to cycled once muscle contraction desired is reached.

Question 2

Twitch Contraction NMES - For Pumping Edema

Answer 2

Frequency: 1-5 Hz
ON/OFF: Continuous
Time: 15-30 Minutes
Brisk Twitch(Pumping)

Question 3

Tetanizing Contraction NMES - For Muscle Spasm

Answer 3

Frequency: 80-120 Hz
ON/OFF: Continuous
Time 15-30 Minutes
Strong Motor Contraction