MYOVISION is a computerized Surface Electromyograph (sEMG) that measures the amount of electrical activity your muscles release when they are contracting (spasming). When your spine misaligns and rubs against the nerves, your muscles spasm in order to stabilize the area of misalignment. Myovision picks up this interference by reading the electrical activity of the muscles and graphing the results according to those readings. A print out of the patient's back, and areas of concern, is then printed and discussed to further educate our patients on the cause of their condition.
A surface electromyography is similar to an EKG, which measures the activity of your heart muscle. However, MYOVISION is a non-invasive, non-painful procedure that involves placing small probes against the skin in order to pick up the electrical current. Patients feel nothing at all. This painless procedure allows us to further assess and diagnose the severity of your condition as well as help monitor your progress while under our care.
 The MYOVISION surface electromyograph provides us with exceptional data to assist in determining areas of the nervous system that are being adversely affected by areas of spinal misalignment. We are committed to delivering the highest quality of care and are continuing to do so with up to date research and instrumentation.
Learn more about MYOVISION at their web site - www.myovision.com
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.
What do the results mean?
Colors indicate levels of tension: average are green, pink are moderately high, and red are high levels of tension. Yellow readings indicate abnormally low, or
fatigued muscles. Arrows indicate an imbalance.
How does this relate to Chiropractic?
Vertebral Subluxations reduce your body's ability to maintain optimal health. When Vertebral Subluxations are present, the nervous system is negatively affected resulting in increases or decreases in muscle activity. the sEMG shows the muscular component of the Vertebral Subluxation Complex.
The Chiropractor's job is to detect and correct these Vertebral Subluxations by a simple and effective procedure called an "adjustment".
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