Highly economical wireless EMG acquisition system using conventional disposable electrodes *Must be connected to the Shimmer platform to be operational

Description

The Shimmer EMG (Electromyogram) measures and records the electrical activity associated with muscle contractions, assesses nerve conduction, muscle response in injured tissue, activation level, or can be used to analyze and measure the biomechanics of human or animal movement.

The Shimmer EMG is non-invasive (surface EMG) and therefore is a representation of the activity of the whole muscle. The Shimmer EMG offers a wireless solution to a host of muscle, gait and posture disturbances in an easy to integrate and ergonomically valuable arrangement. See how the EMG module is connected to the Shimmer platform.

Features and Benefits

Real-time Data Collection, Display, and Storage

• Provides pre-amplification of EMG signal, converts to digital format, and can stream directly to a host device without the need for an intermediate receiving unit.
• Provides real-time physiological data collection and streaming to a host PC for real-time display and storage
• Real-time LabVIEW drivers and support library for application specific analysis and software interface development

Lightweight, Wearable Unit

• Designed to be wearable, the Shimmer EMG addresses challenges of mobility and provides a high-quality, scientifically reliable data as either a wireless transmitter or an autonomous data-logger

• Free from wired constraints, the Shimmer EMG provides a comfortable and distress free solution for athletes, children, elderly and patients with a disability

• The small size and lightweight (28g) design allows the unit to be worn on any body segment for full range of motion during all types of tasks or exercises, without effecting their movement, techniques, or motor pattern.

Reliable System

• Validated for use in biomedical-oriented research applications
• Uses conventional disposable snap electrodes
• Received CE certification
• Meets EU consumer health and safety requirements for medical equipment

Adaptability (Wired vs. Wireless)

• Offers greater ergonomic value than larger wired units
• Easily combine EMG data with Shimmer’s integrated accelerometer for greater contextual information
• Easily combine EMG data with the full range of Shimmer Biophysical, Kinematic and Ambient sensor modules

Shimmer Functionality

• MSP430 microcontroller (8mHZ, 16 Bit), Bluetooth – RN-42, 802.15.4 radio - TI CC2420, Integrated 2GB micro SD card, 450mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery, stylish enclosure, wearable and highly configurable to user/developer’s specific needs

Applications

Surface EMG is used extensively by clinicians, researchers, sports medicine professionals, ergonomists and athletics trainers for a wide range of applications such

• Muscle Activity, Gait, and Posture Disturbance measuring muscle activity, states, reaction time, and step phases
• Biomechanics and Muscle Activity
• Fatigue Analysis
• Sports technique, performance and medicine
• Neuro Rehabilitation
• Tremor Analysis
• Veterinary Science
• Orthopedics
• Ergonomics

Download the Shimmer Wireless EMG Sensor Data Sheet.