Abstract
Purpose: The aim of this study was to identify the effects of fascia penetration on superficial radial sensory nerve action potential amplitude. Methods: The penetration point (PP) at which the nerve penetrated the brachioradialis fascia and became superficial was observed using ultrasonography. The sensory nerve action potential amplitude was measured at five points: the penetration point, 2 and 4 cm proximal to the PP, and 2 and 4 cm distal to the PP. Results: The sensory nerve action potential amplitude at the penetration point and at 2 and 4 cm distal to the PP was significantly larger than that at 2 and 4 cm proximal to the PP. The largest amplitude was obtained 2 cm distal to the PP. Conclusions: The sensory nerve action potential of the superficial radial nerve changes significantly around the fascia penetration point.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 263-266 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology |
Volume | 35 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2018 May 1 |
Keywords
- Electromyography
- Fascia penetration
- Nerve ultrasound
- Sensory nerve conduction
- Superficial radial nerve
- Ultrasonography
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Physiology
- Neurology
- Clinical Neurology
- Physiology (medical)