I wonder if I can ask opinions on the optimal methods for determining the
onset of muscle contractions using sEMG. I have read various papers which
use a point at which the EMG amplitude increases by greater than 2 (or 3)
standard deivations, for a period of 25msec (or 50), from the baseline level
(taken 200msec prior to the commencement of the contraction).



Is this method in widespread use?



Amanda Trees MCSP SRP

Teesside Centre for Rehabilitation Sciences

University of Teesside

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