Effect of electrical muscle stimulation on cerebrovascular function and cognitive performance
Maël Descollonges, Paul Marmier, Mathieu Marillier, Ehsan Jafari, Julien V. Brugniaux, Gaëlle Deley
Abstract
This study is the first to demonstrate that one session of EMS applied to the quadriceps increases cerebral blood flow velocity and cerebral oxygenation, which are pivotal factors for brain health. Thus, EMS has the potential to be used as an interesting option in rehabilitation to increase cerebral perfusion and defend if not improve cognitive function sustainably for people with severe physical limitations who would not be able to perform physical exercise voluntarily.
Topics & Concepts
Stroop effectCerebral blood flowCognitionMedicineEffects of sleep deprivation on cognitive performanceOxygenationHeart rateCardiologyPsychologyPhysical medicine and rehabilitationInternal medicineAnesthesiaBlood pressureNeuroscienceCardiovascular Health and Disease PreventionHeart Rate Variability and Autonomic ControlOptical Imaging and Spectroscopy Techniques