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What is the purpose of the ramp in NMES?

To increase the contraction force by recruiting more motor units

To control the frequency of the electrical impulses

To gradually increase the nerve fiber stimulation and initiate a comfortable contraction (correct)

To minimize muscle fatigue during the stimulation

Which of the following is NOT a common treatment goal of NMES?

Increasing range of motion (ROM)

Reducing pain (correct)

Facilitating voluntary control

Strengthening the muscle

What is the typical duty cycle used in clinical NMES applications?

1:1

1:3 (correct)

1:7

2:1

Which pulse parameter is responsible for determining the smoothness of the muscle contraction in NMES?

Frequency Signup and view all the answers

How does increasing the intensity in NMES affect the contraction force?

Increases the contraction force by recruiting more motor units Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions would be a contraindication for NMES?

Cardiac pacemaker Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of using larger electrode sizes in NMES?

Lower current requirements Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common application of NMES?

Enhancing athletic performance Signup and view all the answers

In NMES, what is the purpose of using a ramped pulse train?

To gradually increase muscle activation Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle fiber type is primarily targeted by NMES?

Fast glycolytic (Type 2b) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential disadvantage of using NMES for an extended period?

Muscle fatigue and discomfort Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions would be an indication for NMES?

Spinal cord injury with paralysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism by which NMES induces muscle contraction?

Direct depolarization of muscle fibers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following pulse parameters is primarily responsible for determining the depth of muscle activation in NMES?

Pulse amplitude Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication associated with the use of NMES?

Skin irritation or burns Signup and view all the answers