At present, the Myovision Electromyograph has been added to the diagnostic evaluation at this ofice. This EMG quantifies vertebral subluxation in an objective manner by measuring muscle contractivity and spasm and comparing it with normal values, thus removing subjectivity from the equation.

What Is SEMG?

Surface Electromyography is the measure of muscle tension. The greater the bar length, the higher the amount of muscle tension. Surface Electromyography is one of the most advanced diagnostic modalities in the chiropractic industry today.

How Does It Work?

SEMG is essentially a very sensitive version of the EKG used to measure your heart.

When there is a problem with your spine, or "subluxation", the muscles respond to this nerve interference by tensing and bracing to compensate for the problem. In general, the healthier spine shows more balanced muscle tension.

Low readings can also be bad. Muscles in spasm sometimes "shut down" as they become fatigued. Expect muscle activity to increase over several weeks of adjustments as the muscles begin firing more normally.

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 less able to function properly resulting in a less than optimal state of health. The chiropractor's job is to utilize tools like the MyoVision to detect and correct subluxations and help optimize your health.

How Do Chiropractic Adjustments Affect My Results?

The Chiropractic Adjustment has many benefits to your nervious system. In most cases, the SEMG readings normalize and balance over time.