Noraxon Hosts Seminar on Surface EMG for Clinical Practitioners
Seminar May 15-16 entitled “Surface EMG in Assisted Rehabilitation: Muscle Imbalance and Orthopedic Dysfunction,” presented by Glenn Kasman, M. S., P. T. in Seattle, Wash.
Scottsdale, AA (PRWEB) April 3, 2004
Noraxon U. S.A. Inc., a leader in surface electromyography and biomechanical sensor technology, is hosting a two-day comprehensive seminar May 15-16 entitled “Surface EMG in Assisted Rehabilitation: Muscle Imbalance and Orthopedic Dysfunction,” presented by Glenn Kasman, M. S., P. T. in Seattle, Wash.
Physical medicine practitioners routinely assess muscle activity while working with patients that experience musculoskeletal pain or dysfunction. Surface electromyography (SEMG) provides scientifically reliable and valid data regarding musclesÂ’ physiological capacity to function. Clinicians implementing SEMG into their practice obtain evidence-based data of muscle feedback and progression during patient assessment and treatment. This information helps the practitioner target the intended muscle, recommend the most effective treatment for faster patient recovery, and provide documentation for claims processing.
The hands-on seminar will familiarize clinical practitioners with SEMG fundamentals as well as specific assessment procedures and interventions for muscle imbalance and orthopedic dysfunction. Practitioners will learn how to identify if treatments are targeting the intended muscles, implement SEMG into therapy training, and prescribe the most effective exercises for patient treatment. The course includes lectures, demonstrations and lab sessions. No prior experience with SEMG is required.
The seminar will be held from 8 a. m. to 6 p. m. on both Saturday and Sunday, May 15-16 at Movement Systems Physical Therapy located in Seattle, Wash. The seminar costs $275 per participant, which includes lunch, documentation for continuing education units, and course material. Registration is required. Contact Noraxon at (800) 364-8985 or visit www. noraxon. com for further information.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Glenn Kasman, MS, PT is the Director of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Good Samaritan Community Healthcare in Puyallup, WA. Mr. Kasman is also a member of the clinical faculty at the University of Washington and has been a board member of the Surface EMG Society of North America as well as other clinical, editorial and advisory boards. Mr. Kasman is a former chairman of the Administrative Special Interest Group and Reimbursement Committee of the Physical Therapy Association of Washington and received that associationÂ’s Physical Therapist of the Year Award in 2000.
He has authored and co-authored research, informational articles, several book chapters, and a two-volume textbook series on SEMG. Mr. Kasman has extensive experience speaking to clinicians nationally and internationally on topics incorporating SEMG in orthopedic, neurological, pain management, sports medicine, and work injury settings.
ABOUT NORAXON
Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Noraxon U. S.A. Inc. manufactures, distributes and markets worldwide a variety of surface and fine-wire electromyography (EMG) devices, software, surface electrodes, footswitches, goniometers, and accessories that evaluate skeletal muscle activity. Noraxon offers the highest quality, most technologically advanced products for research, ergonomic, rehabilitation, and sports/fitness professionals to assist in neuromuscular training and rehabilitation applications. Every EMG instrument uses a patent-protected amplifier technology that provides clear, consistent and reliable data. Either in stand-alone mode or interfaced with other analog devices, NoraxonÂ’s product line allows flexibility for the user to work in many different settings.
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