Re: sEMG systems for women's health

[Guest guest]

I've used the Pathway system for years with much success and no complaints.

Jill Piazza, PT, DPT

Director of Rehab, Diabetes, and Orthopaedic Services

Florida Hospital DeLand

> Dear Group,

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> I am seeking feedback from anyone who uses these instruments for pelvic floor

training. We are looking at the Pathway TR and MR units and the U-Control.

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> Ferguson, PT

> Holly Springs, NC

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[Guest guest]

HI ,

We use the Pathway MR 20. Dual channel, which is handy, along with the

Synergy software.

Negatives: they haven't updated their software for years though it works to

meet most needs. I wish I could click and drag the range to be able to

visualize the data, especially between 10 and 50 MV readings. The vaginal

and rectal sensors can be used for both biofeedback and Estim, which is very

useful and cost effective. Just make sure that that is the sensor you

order, as they do have exclusively BFB electrodes as well.

I have had multiple clients report that the U-control sensors are tricky and

occasionally require replacement (more often than other brands I have found)

however it is very sensitive at measuring EMG activity. I do not know the

price point difference for the sensors as well as the operating equipment

and software, which may be a consideration for you and your practice.

All the best,

Hampton PT, WCS, BCB-PMD

Board Certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist

Board Certified in Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction Biofeedback

Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute Faculty

Core Physical Therapy

The Specialty Clinic

1514 12th Street

Suite 103

Bellingham, WA 98225

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