Assessing neuromuscular responses following a single session of whole-body electrical myostimulation exercise

WB-EMS exercise is an alternative method to traditional exercise which improves strength and endurance. Currently, it is unclear how much fatigue is produced following one session of WB-EMS exercise and how long it takes for muscles to recover. Additionally, WB-EMS exercise can use a range of frequencies for electrical stimulation (1-100 Hz), but it is unclear if different frequencies produce more
fatigue and require longer recovery. Thus, we aim to determine how much fatigue if produced in WB EMS exercise, how long recover takes, and if there are differences between high (~85 Hz) and low (~25 Hz) frequencies of electrical stimulation. By understanding how much fatigue is induced by WB-EMS exercise, how long it takes to recover, and if there are differences between stimulation frequencies,
Torus Health Inc. will be able to better plan and design WB-EMS exercise training programs for clients undergoing rehabilitation or those wanting to improve fitness.

Faculty Supervisor:

Brian Dalton

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Partner:

Torus Health Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

The University of British Columbia - Okanagan

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