Electrode placements for NMES applications depend on which of the following?

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Electrode placements for NMES applications should be based on the size and location of the targeted muscle. The electrodes should be placed over the motor points (where the nerve enters the muscle) to achieve maximum contraction. It is also important to consider the depth of the muscle during electrode placement to ensure deeper muscles are adequately stimulated. Factors such as location of the joint line, muscle fiber size, and predominant type of muscle fibers are not as important when determining electrode placement for NMES.

Electrode Placements for NMES Applications Depend on Which of the Following