REHB013 - A Practical Approach to Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)

This is the third of a 3-part series of modules designed to assist you in developing a practical approach to using electrotherapy as an important tool in patient care. This third module addresses neuromuscular electrical nerve stimulation (NMES). This series of modules is provided by Rehabilicare.

Learning objectives:

1. Relate physiological, neurophysiological and electrophysiological changes specific to muscles and nerves that are achieved with modalities; 
2. Demonstrate clinical decision-making for strengthening, managing lack of mobility, normalizing tone and orthotic substitution; 
3. Demonstrate problem-solving parameter selections for NMES through extensive “hands on” experience; 
4. Scrutinize NMES research data; 
5. Use modalities as adjunctive tools to help patients achieve improved function in shorter time periods; 
6. Implement an NMES strategy for your current practice.

To successfully complete this course, you must attain a minimum score of 80% on the final exam and complete the course training survey.

Continuing education: VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 0.4 CEUs for this program. RESNA and NRRTS will accept the credit on any course that is AT-related. For questions concerning if a specific course is approved, please contact RESNA and NRTTS directly.