Electrical Stimulation in Kinesiology

These flashcards cover key concepts and vocabulary related to electrical stimulation in kinesiology, including types of currents, parameters of electrical signaling, and applications in pain management and muscle contraction.

Monophasic Current

A direct current used in modalities like iontophoresis.

Biphasic Current

An alternating current modality, examples include IFC and premodulated.

Pulse Duration

The total time for a pulse to occur, comprising phase duration.

Amplitude

The maximum intensity of the electrical signal.

Rate of Rise

The speed at which the pulse reaches its peak intensity.

Accommodation

The process where nerves decrease responsiveness to a constant stimulus.

Rheobase

The minimum amplitude of electrical current necessary to depolarize a nerve.

Chronaxie

The time required to stimulate a nerve fiber when the input current is twice the rheobase.

Current Density

The amount of electrical current per unit area.

Motor Points

Specific locations where motor nerves enter a muscle.

Quadpolar Configuration

A setup with two sets of electrodes from different channels.

Iontophoresis

A technique using direct current to drive medication into tissues.

Electrode Placement

Strategic positioning of electrodes which can enhance therapeutic effects.

Pain Modulation

The process of altering pain perception and transmission through electrical currents.

TENS

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, a method used for pain control.

Endogenous Opiates

Natural pain-relieving substances produced by the body.

Noxious Level Stimulation

High-intensity stimulation targeting A-delta and C fibers for pain control.