Comparison of Pneumatic and Electromagnetic Muscle Vibrators to Stimulate Muscle Proprioceptors

Comparison of fMRI Compatible Pneumatic and Electromagnetic Muscle Vibrators to Stimulate Muscle Proprioceptors

The purpose of this study is to determine the concurrent validity of a newly developed pneumatic, fMRI compatible muscle vibrator as compared to a electromagnetic muscle vibrator in the stimulation of muscle proprioceptors.

Inclusion criteria for healthy individuals:

• Age: 20-45 years old
• No history of low back pain
• A score of 0% on the Oswestry Disability Index
• Willingness to sign the informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of major trauma and/or major orthopedic surgery of the spine, pelvis or lower quadrant
• One of the following conditions: Parkinson, MS, Stroke with sequels....
• Radicular symptoms
• Not Dutch-speaking
• Strong opioids
• Neck pain
• Ankle problems
• Smoking