Effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation training for abdominal muscles on change of muscle size, strength, endurance and lumbopelvic stability

Hwang, Ui‐jae; Jung, Sung-Hoon; Kim, Hyun-a; Gwak, Gyeong-tae

doi:10.23736/s0022-4707.19.09998-5

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“…It has been repeatedly reported that neuromuscular electrostimulation (NMES) is a useful tool and gold standard in several rehabilitation procedures [1,2]. Among its most well known benefits are the improvements of muscle strength [3] and neuro-muscular activation [4]. However, some studies have shown increases in blood flow after the application of low-frequency symmetric biphasic square currents [3,5] or diadynamic currents [6].…”

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“…Among its most well known benefits are the improvements of muscle strength [3] and neuro-muscular activation [4]. However, some studies have shown increases in blood flow after the application of low-frequency symmetric biphasic square currents [3,5] or diadynamic currents [6]. Other vascular effects have been demonstrated using neuromuscular electrostimulation (NMES) by applying frequencies close to 8 Hz, and new capillary vessels were formed [7].…”

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Local and Contralateral Effects after the Application of Neuromuscular Electrostimulation in Lower Limbs

Benito-Martínez

Senovilla-Herguedas

Torre-Montero

et al. 2020

IJERPH

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Neuromuscular electrostimulation (NMES) has been used mainly as a method to promote muscle strength, but its effects on improving blood flow are less well known. The aim of this study is to deepen the knowledge about the local and contralateral effects of the application of symmetric biphasic square currents on skin temperature (Tsk). An experimental pilot study was developed with a single study group consisting of 45 healthy subjects. Thermographic evaluations were recorded following the application of NMES to the anterior region of the thigh. The results showed an increase in the maximal Tsk of 0.67% in the anterior region of the thigh where the NMES was applied (p < 0.001) and an increase of 0.54% (p < 0.01) due to cross-education effects, which was higher when the NMES was applied on the dominant side (0.79%; p < 0.01). The duration of the effect was 20 min in the dominant leg and 10 min in the nondominant one. The application of a symmetrical biphasic current (8 Hz and 400 μs) creates an increase in the maximal Tsk at the local level. A temperature cross-education effect is produced, which is greater when the NMES is applied on the dominant side. This could be a useful noninvasive measurement tool in NMES treatments.

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Local and Contralateral Effects after the Application of Neuromuscular Electrostimulation in Lower Limbs

Benito-Martínez

Senovilla-Herguedas

Torre-Montero

et al. 2020

IJERPH

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“…in addition, muscle strength, endurance, and lumbopelvic stability were assessed. The study proved that NMES training resulted in a significant increase in all examined parameters [28].…”

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Electrical stimulation: then and now. Applications and limitations

Demidaś¹

2021

Physiother Quart.

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Electrical stimulation is a branch of physical therapy that applies low and medium frequency currents to stimulate the human body. The effects of electrical impulses on human beings have been observed since antiquity. The development of research in that scope commenced in the 18th century, the most important turning point, and is now continuing. The purpose of this narrative study is to present electrical stimulation in terms of its progressing development and to draw attention to its significant role in the therapeutic processes utilized in numerous medical specializations and comprehensive strength and endurance training of healthy people. The notions 'electrical stimulation' and 'electrotherapy,' as well as differences between electric current applications are explained. The most critical moments in the history of electrical stimulation development are highlighted. Recent research is presented, exhibiting the important role of electrical stimulation both in the therapeutic process and in strength and endurance training. This paper contains the most significant aspects of contemporary application of electrical stimulation, as well as recommendations and limitations for current usage in such areas as whole-body electrostimulation, urinary incontinence, pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation, rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament surgery, endurance training, and improvement of physical strength and appearance.

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“…These muscular responses added over time give rise to morphological changes at least, with 4 weeks of acute sessions of strength exercise with EMS [ 68 ] becoming evident in the increase in muscle thickness within the first 6 weeks [ 20 ]. Long-term EMS produces muscle hypertrophy, with 8 weeks of strength or resistance training being necessary [ 30 , 66 , 69 ], with adaptations in muscle mass and architecture occurring between the 4th and 8th weeks [ 32 ].…”

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Immediate Effects of Whole-Body versus Local Dynamic Electrostimulation of the Abdominal Muscles in Healthy People Assessed by Ultrasound: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Álvarez-Barrio

Pérez

Calvo‐Lobo

et al. 2023

Biology

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Dynamic electrostimulation consists of the application of local or global electrostimulation together with physical exercise. This study aimed to investigate the immediate effects of a dynamic electrostimulation session on the thickness of the abdominal musculature, inter-rectus distance, heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature, and to identify possible differences in its form of application. A total of 120 healthy participants were divided into three groups: the whole-body electrostimulation group, the local electrostimulation group, and the control group without electrical stimulation. All groups performed a single session with the same dynamic exercise protocol. Muscle thickness and inter-rectus distance were evaluated ultrasonographically using the Rehabilitative Ultrasound Imaging technique both at rest and in muscle contraction (the active straight leg raise test) to find the post-intervention differences. The results showed significant differences in immediate post-intervention heart rate, with a smaller increase in the local electrostimulation group compared to the control and whole-body electrostimulation groups. No significant differences were identified between the groups after the interventions in the rest of the variables analyzed. Therefore, a local application, with the same effects as a global application on the abdominal musculature, has fewer contraindications, which makes its use more advisable, especially in populations with cardiorespiratory disorders, for which more research is needed.

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Effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation training for abdominal muscles on change of muscle size, strength, endurance and lumbopelvic stability

Cited by 5 publications

References 31 publications

Local and Contralateral Effects after the Application of Neuromuscular Electrostimulation in Lower Limbs

Local and Contralateral Effects after the Application of Neuromuscular Electrostimulation in Lower Limbs

Electrical stimulation: then and now. Applications and limitations

Immediate Effects of Whole-Body versus Local Dynamic Electrostimulation of the Abdominal Muscles in Healthy People Assessed by Ultrasound: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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