30/01/2026
In clinical and research settings, the value of an EMG analysis depends first and foremost on the quality of the recorded signal.
Regardless of the application, three conditions remain essential.
1️⃣ Correct electrode placement
Accurate positioning over the muscle belly, aligned with fiber orientation, is crucial. Small deviations can significantly affect signal amplitude and interpretation.
2️⃣ Noise reduction
Minimizing motion artifacts, electromagnetic interference, and cross-talk is key to obtaining clean, reproducible data. Proper skin preparation and stable electrode fixation make a measurable difference.
3️⃣ Appropriate muscle selection
Choosing the right muscles based on the movement task and research question ensures that the collected data is both relevant and meaningful.
Reliable EMG starts long before data analysis—it begins with methodological rigor.
👉 What best practices or precautions do you use in your EMG protocols?
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