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The purpose of this study was to investigate the most suitable site
and method to effectively generate isometric hip flexion torque (torque value)
using transcutaneous electrical or magnetic stimulation.
DESIGN: Eleven healthy
volunteers underwent torque value and pain degree measurements during magnetic
stimulation of the iliopsoas using three coil placements. After that, the peak
torque values generated under three conditions of electrical stimulation of the
sartorius, the tensor fasciae latae, and the rectus femoris or that generated by
magnetic stimulation of the iliopsoas were recorded at maximum tolerance
intensity. RESULTS: No significant differences in torque values were observed
among the three coil placements. Magnetic stimulation of the point below the
inguinal ligament caused significantly more pain than the other points. Magnetic
stimulation of the iliopsoas generated significantly higher torque values than
did the electrical stimulation of the two hip flexor muscles together.
CONCLUSIONS: The hip joint was one of the most suitable regions for application
of magnetic stimulation as an alternative method to electrical stimulation.

Langue : ANGLAIS