What does sEMG stand for?

sEMG stands for Surface Electromyography.  sEMG is a device which measures the amount of electrical activity your muscles release when they are contracting, more commonly known as muscle tension.  It is similar in function to an EKG which measures heart muscle activity.

Is it painful?

Not at all.  It is totally non-invasive and does not cause pain or irritation.  This makes it totally safe for infants, children, pregnant women or seniors.  It simply requires the placement of small probes against the skin, with the test taking less than  a few minutes.

Why is muscle activity imporant?

Muscles have a tendency to "brace and guard" as your bodies natural defense mechanism to pain and injury.

What do the results mean?

Colors indicate levels of tension: green are everage, pink are moderately high, and red are high levels of tension.  Yellow resdings indicate abnormally low, or fatigued muscles.  Arrows indicate an imbalance.

What does this test tell Dr. Blum about my health?

Just as an EKG can help determine the health of your heart, the MyoVision sEMG test results provide important physiological information that can help Dr. Blum to determine the course of care.  In addition, MyVision exams can help measure your response to care, document more effectively your health, and track your progress over time.

What kind of changes can I expect?

Your doctor's chosen care can have many positive benefits.  In most cases, your sEMG tests will normalize and balance over time.