EMG Biofeedback Therapy
Surface EMG biofeedback at Denovo helps you regain muscle control and reduce pain through real-time monitoring and targeted exercises. Book today!
What is sEMG Biofeedback?
Surface Electromyography (sEMG) Biofeedback is an advanced, non-invasive electrophysiological modality we use as both a diagnostic and therapeutic tool. By placing sensors on the skin, we can measure and display your muscle’s electrical activity (myoelectric activity) in real-time.
Think of sEMG as an EKG for your muscles. Your brain sends an electrical signal down a nerve to tell a muscle to contract. sEMG technology allows us to see and measure that activity from the surface of your skin.
Discover if sEMG Biofeedback is right for your recovery journey.
sEMG is a versatile tool providing critical information for various musculoskeletal conditions, especially when the brain-muscle connection is weakened. At Denovo, we leverage sEMG for post-surgical rehabilitation, chronic pain management, knee pain correction, shoulder pain relief, and addressing stubborn muscle weakness, ensuring a comprehensive and effective physiotherapy approach tailored to your needs.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Support
Essential for 'waking up' muscles after procedures like ACL reconstruction, total knee replacement, or rotator cuff repair. We help you regain strength and mobility effectively.
Chronic Pain Relief Solutions
Helps you learn to activate deep core stabilizers or release chronic tension in overworked neck and shoulder muscles. Our tailored approach ensures long-lasting relief and improved posture.
Knee Pain Correction Strategies
Correct muscle imbalances by improving the activation and timing of your quadriceps (VMO). We focus on restoring proper knee function and reducing pain effectively.
The Benefits: Your Path to Better Movement
Objective, Data-Driven Results
Go beyond guesswork. We can objectively measure your muscle function and track your progress over time.
Targeted Muscle Activation
Learn to isolate and strengthen the exact muscles that are causing the problem, not just the ones that are easy to work.
Accelerated Recovery
By directly addressing the root cause—poor neuromuscular control—you can often speed up your rehabilitation timeline.
Empowerment & Control
sEMG puts you in the driver's seat. It helps you understand your body and gives you the confidence that you are doing your exercises correctly.
Prevent Re-Injury
By correcting faulty movement patterns and muscle imbalances, you build a more resilient body that is less prone to future injury.
What to Expect During sEMG
A typical sEMG session looks like this:
- Painless Placement: Your therapist will place small, non-invasive sensors (like stickers) over the target muscle.
- Move & Watch: We’ll ask you to perform a simple exercise, like tightening your thigh muscle or lifting your arm.
- Real-Time Feedback: On a computer or tablet screen, you'll see a graph or game-like display that shows how strongly your muscle is firing.
- Learn & Adjust: With this visual guide, you can instantly see the effect of small changes in your technique. Your therapist will guide you to hit specific targets—either contracting a weak muscle more strongly or relaxing an overactive one.
Book Your sEMG Session Today
Schedule your sEMG session now to get personalized insights and effective treatment plans from our expert physiotherapists.