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Electromyographic (EMG) Biofeedback: Applications in Rehabilitation

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1.  Which of the following types of biofeedback measures changes caused by vasoconstriction/vasodilatation? Real-time ultrasound imaging Peripheral temperature SEMG Electrodermal

2.  Identify the type of biofeedback that measures electrical activity in a muscle: EEG Photoplethysmography EMG Real-time ultrasound imaging

3.  Identify the biological artifact in a SEMG signal from the list below: 60-cycle Movement Cross-talk Radio frequency

4.  Identify the term that refers to the resistance at the electrode-skin interface: Impedance Common mode Differential Amplification None of the above

5.  Complete this sentence: BCIA certification _________________. Is a license to practice biofeedback Is not a license to practice biofeedback Is a requirement for practicing biofeedback Permits one to work outside the scope of their practice

6.  The preferred electrode placement for maximum sensitivity is: Perpendicular to muscle fibers Parallel to muscle fibers At either end of the muscle None of the above

7.  Which of the following condition(s) benefit from use of EMG biofeedback based on evidence presented in this article? Cerebral palsy Cervical dystonia Incontinence All of the above

8.  In a recent meta-analysis, described in this article, on efficacy of biofeedback in fibromyalgia, biofeedback helped reduce: Sleep problems Depression Fatigue None of the above

9.  EMG biofeedback documentation should include: Patient position Electronic specifications of device used Patient response All of the above

10.  Which of the following statements is true? Coverage for biofeedback services varies widely among insurance carriers Coverage for biofeedback services need not be verified prior to initiating treatment Coverage for biofeedback services never varies from state to state with a specific insurance carrier None of the above