Noraxon

MyoResearch XP Master Edition

Complete Data Acquiring and Analysis Package
for EMG and combined Sensors use

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Product Overview

MyoResearch XP Master is the most comprehensive software solution for EMG and sensor related analysis available on the market. Unlike other packages, MyoResearch XP Master provides all the tools and functions needed for complex scientific research, as well as numerous pre-configured and ready-to-use report solutions for essential EMG and biomechani- cal sensor related applications. Advanced users can create their own acquiring and analysis routines within seconds. Depending on the hardware configuration, up to 32 channels can be easily combined and classified, processed in real-time, and analyzed by automatic reports. MyoResearch XP Master can be used with all NORAXON amplifier products.

Anatomical maps simplify the muscle choice. Numerous measurement options like real time processing, Feedback, synchronized video, and external triggering are supported.
The measurement monitor displays all detected raw/real time processed curves and also all activated options like video, feedback histogram and electronic test/training assistant.

Data Acquiring and Management

Along with the raw data acquiring real-time processing functionality, rectification, smoothing/ filtering and amplitude normalization (MVC) are all supported. Real-time FFT spectrums, biofeedback animation and a computer-voice assistant are all available options. Multi-activity recording allows sampling in sequences of different activities within one record. Digital video (via USB or FireWire) can be synchronized and recorded with the signal data. Any digital camera system is supported. The database system is designed for multimedia file management and allows the combined management of data records, videos, pictures and RTF documents (like MS Word). Comprehensive export/import functions are supported for increased flexibility in data communication between various programs.

Signal Processing Routines

For post hoc processing, numerous signal processing digital filters, such as MVCnormalization or the unique ECG removing routines are supported. Synchronized digital videos are used to define analysis periods for complex movements. Rescaling, zoom and over-lay functions allow for a quick analysis of selected record intervals.

Provides the ability to combine signal processing routines with save/load function
Record viewer with activated video and amplitude histogram. Access to the Record Editor and Signal Processing Menu

Analysis Reports

MyoResearch XP offers a set of predefined standard reports covering the most commonly used amplitude, frequency and timing calculations. A key feature in the program design is the sophisticated period definition system for analysis periods. It can be combined with a trigger to analyze TTL / foot switch, angle or other movement signals. Pre-configured analy-sis frames can be customized by mouse click. Analyses graphs can be compared to graphs from other records (curve overplot, test and retest comparison, etc.). An integrated normative data menu allows a quick generation of normative databases. Export routines to clipboard (excel, etc.) or as internet compatible HTML documents allow an external exchange of find-ings.

Pre-configured Analysis Reports:

A powerful report editor allows skilled users to create their own self-written, analysis reports that perfectly fit their needs. Besides capturing EMG signals, MyoResearch XP Master can also be used to analyze other biomechanical signals like force, acceleration, and angle. All major analysis parameters are supported or can be created by the report editor. MyoResearch XP Master can serve as a universal measurement and analysis solution for biomechanical labs.

Automatic Application Protocols

MyoResearch XP Master is equipped with a separate program mode called “Application Pro-tocols”. It allows the user to perform automated measure and analysis routines: within 4 mouse clicks even complex setups like gait analysis, fatigue studies or time and MVC nor-malized averaged EMG patterns can be performed and analyzed by an online analysis re-port. This wizard driven program, enables even non-EMG specialists to quickly and accu-rately perform EMG measures and use it as an everyday routine in clinical settings or other routine tasks. A simple to understand “traffic light principle” with a green main action button and a red stop button operates all protocols in the same way:

The main benefit of this green/red button concept is that the application doesn’t matter; the operation of a protocol can be learned, understood and performed in 10 minutes. Speed is combined with flexibility, because an optional “Modify” button allows the user to adjust each automated protocol step to specific customer needs.

Easy Use of Application Protocols

Below is an example of just how easy it is to use. In four easy steps you can be on your way to better data acquisition and analysis of EMG and biomechanical sensors.

A list of currently installed protocols is located at the end of this document.

List of Application Protocols

The supported clinical application protocols are suitable for manual muscle testing, analysis of body movement patterns during therapy exercises, sports performance movements and ergonomic research. The option of a feedback training protocol can be used to control and improve the efficiency of any treatment by monitoring the reaction of target muscles.

EMG Standard Analysis

  • Universal protocol for all types of EMG setups
  • Basic amplitude parameters (mean, peak) in selected analysis periods
  • Creates a standard graph and a histogram graph
  • Designed for general analysis questions

 

 

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Symmetry Protocol

  • Comparison of affected and unaffected side
  • For bilateral symmetrical movements
  • Displays the EMG patterns and histogram statistics
  • To evaluate innervation differences in left/right comparisons

 

 

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Coordination Protocol

  • Coordination analysis of agonist and antagonist muscles
  • For unilateral single and multi joint movements
  • Displays the EMG patterns and histogram
  • To evaluate the neuromuscular coordination

 

 

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Average EMG Patterns

  • Create averaged and time normalized EMG patterns
  • For repeated movement sequences and exercises
  • With optional MVC normalization
  • To analyze the typical innervation structure of movements

 

 

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Feedback Training

  • Biofeedback display of signals
  • With automatic training assistance (acoustic & optical)
  • With optional MVC normalization and threshold definition
  • Provides for the precise training of dysfunctional muscle groups

 

 

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Incontinence Training

  • Shrinking cycle display of signals
  • With automatic training assistance (acoustic & optical)
  • Multi Activity Recording with base line, quick flicks, max.- contractions, maximum endurance and rest line test.

 

 

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Spectrum Report

  • Calculates the total power frequency spectrum
  • Utilizes adjustable “Fourier Transformation” settings
  • Power spectrum plot and frequency distribution statistics
  • To analyze the EMG frequency contents and signal quality

 

 

Frequency/Fatigue Analysis

  • Calculates the time domain frequency changes
  • Automatic separation in time segments
  • Creates a trend diagram and frequency changes statistic
  • To show the fatigue related frequency shift

 

 

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EMG & Isokinetics

  • Combined EMG input vs. force output analysis
  • For all isokinetic exercises
  • Creates averaged EMG/force curves and trend diagrams
  • Neuromuscular analysis of isokinetic tests and exercises

 

 

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Timing Analysis

  • Threshold based definition of sub periods within global periods
  • Supports multiple SD of baseline / % of local peak / fixed value
  • Create graphs showing the threshold and sub periods
  • For flexible timing and onset/offset analysis

 

 

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Ergonomics Protocols

  • EMG based analysis of neuromuscular effort within activities
  • Amplitude probability or threshold related reports
  • Video based period definition and analysis
  • Explains the muscular nature and demand of any activity

 

 

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Jump Protocols

  • Force plate or contact plate jump analysis
  • Various jump types: drop-/counter mov.-/squat jump, hopping
  • Creates averaged curves and calculates jump heights
  • For the analysis of reactive and/or concentric jump activity

 

 

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Template Training

  • Biofeedback training based on templates
  • EMG/angle/force using the healthy side as a template
  • Shows the accuracy of performance in ratio to the template
  • For various biofeedback and motor learning concepts

 

 

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System Requirements

MyoResearch XP Software Modules Overview

Software Feature or Function
 MR-XP Data Acq. MR-XP Clin. Appl. MR-XP Basic MR-XP Master
Data Acquiring
Standard Recording
 X ~ X X
Multi Recording Schemes
   ~   X
Real Time Processing
   ~   X
Feedback
   ~   X
Digital Video Synchronization
   X X X
Airo / USB Driver library
 X     X
Database & Viewer
Copy, Import & Export
 X X X X
Signal Overlays
   X X X
Editor
   X X X
Signal Processing
Smoothing, Digital Filters
   X X X
Amplitude Normalization
   X X X
Analysis&Reports
Standard Amplitude
   X X X
Standard Frequency (FFT)
     X X
Averaged Curves
   X X X
Power Spectrum
     X X
File Comparisons
   X X X
Normative Database
   X X X
Bilateral Gait comparisons
       X
Wavelet Tools
       X
Threshold / Sub-period analysis
      X
Timing Analysis
       X
Ergonomics Reports
       X
Template Analysis
   X   X
Jump Test Analysis
       X
Report Editor (to create own reports)
       X
Applications Protocol Groups
Standard EMG Analysis
   X X X
Frequency Fatigue
     X X
Spectrum Curve
     X X
Averaged Activation Patternst
   X X X
Clinical Coordination
   X   X
Clinical Symmetry
   X   X
Clinical Biofeedback
   X   X
Clinical Template Training
   X   X
Clinical Incontinence
   X   X
Isokinetics
       X
Clinical Gait
      X
Bilateral Gait
       X
Ergonomics Protocols
       X
Jump Tests Force/Contact Plate
       X
Timing Analysis Onset and Firing Order       X