Isometric torque about the knee joint generated by microstimulation of the cat L6 spinal cord
- 1 March 1999
- journal article
- Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) in IEEE Transactions on Rehabilitation Engineering
- Vol. 7 (1) , 46-55
- https://doi.org/10.1109/86.750551
Abstract
Isometric torque was generated about the knee joint by microstimulation of the cat L6 spinal cord using a single microelectrode. The torque responses varied with microstimulation location. Appreciable extension torque was generated by microstimulation in ventrolateral locations of the L6 spinal cord. Stimulation parameters (intensity, frequency and pulse-width) also influenced the extension torque. Specific stimulation parameters (100 /spl mu/A intensity, 40 Hz frequency and 0.20 ms pulse-width) appear best suited for mapping the spinal cord based on knee joint torque responses. Low levels of cocontraction of the extensor and flexor could be achieved when extension torque was produced, but also varied with the stimulation locations. There are locations in the L6 ventral horn where microstimulation could evoke sustained extension for at least 4 min with only a slight change in torque. This study suggests the possibility of restoring lower limb function in patients with spinal cord injury above the lumbar level.Keywords
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