Increasing Electrical Stimulation Frequency Above Cramp Threshold Frequency Increases the Strength and Duration of Electrically-Induced Muscle Cramps

Authors

Steven Wilding, Brigham Young University
Dr. Kenneth Knight, Brigham Young University

Keywords

electrical stimulation frequency, cramp threshold frequency, muscle cramps

College

Life Sciences

Department

Exercise Sciences

Abstract

Muscle cramps are the most common heat-related illness experienced by athletes (Cooper et al, Journal of Athletic Training, 2006, 41, 332-336). Muscle cramps also occur frequently at night (“night cramps”) and in the elderly. Because the cause of muscle cramps is unknown, our treatments for them are often times unsuccessful. In fact, less than 50% of athletic trainers felt they were very successful in treating muscle cramps (Stone et al, J Sport Rehab, 2003, 333-342).

Recommended Citation

Wilding, Steven and Knight, Dr. Kenneth (2013) "Increasing Electrical Stimulation Frequency Above Cramp Threshold Frequency Increases the Strength and Duration of Electrically-Induced Muscle Cramps," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1143.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1143