Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Intensive Care Unit-acquired Weakness Assessment

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation for Intensive Care Unit-acquired Weakness

The purpose of this study is to determine whether early neuromuscular electrical stimulation is effective in the prevention of neuromuscular weakness in critical ill patients.

Randomized, controlled study of early electrical neurostimulation (vs sham) in critically ill patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All patient
• Aged of 18 or more
• With an intended ICU stay of at least 72 hours
• Mechanically ventilated

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age less than 18 years
• Pregnant women
• Preexisting neuromuscular disease
• Patient bearing a pace maker or an implantable defibrillator.
• Poly traumatism and/or leg fracture.
• End stage disease