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View article: Facial muscle mapping and expression prediction using a conformal surface-electromyography platform
Facial muscle mapping and expression prediction using a conformal surface-electromyography platform Open
Facial muscles are uniquely attached to the skin, densely innervated, and exhibit complex co-activation patterns enabling fine motor control. Facial surface Electromyography (sEMG) effectively assesses muscle function, yet traditional setu…
View article: Facial Muscle Mapping and Expression Prediction using a Conformal Surface-Electromyography Platform
Facial Muscle Mapping and Expression Prediction using a Conformal Surface-Electromyography Platform Open
Facial muscles are unique in their attachment to the skin, dense innervation, and complex co-activation patterns, enabling fine motor control in various physiological tasks. Facial surface Electromyography (sEMG) is a valuable tool for ass…
View article: Characteristics and survival of hospitalized combat casualties during two major conflicts between Israel and Hamas: 2023 versus 2014
Characteristics and survival of hospitalized combat casualties during two major conflicts between Israel and Hamas: 2023 versus 2014 Open
Our data demonstrated that more casualties who survived to hospital arrival were severely and multiply injured in the 2023 Israel-Hamas war as compared to the 2014 war. Despite the increased severity, in-hospital survival did not worsen th…
View article: Wireless high-resolution surface facial electromyography mask for discrimination of standardized facial expressions in healthy adults
Wireless high-resolution surface facial electromyography mask for discrimination of standardized facial expressions in healthy adults Open
Wired high resolution surface electromyography (sEMG) using gelled electrodes is a standard method for psycho-physiological, neurological and medical research. Despite its widespread use electrode placement is elaborative, time-consuming, …
View article: Demographic and injury trends for car crash casualties hospitalized in Level I Trauma centers over two decades: data from the National Trauma Registry
Demographic and injury trends for car crash casualties hospitalized in Level I Trauma centers over two decades: data from the National Trauma Registry Open
Background During the past two decades, there have been many changes in automotive and medical technologies, road infrastructure, trauma systems, and demographic changes which may have influenced injury outcomes. The aim of this study was …
View article: Soft electrodes for simultaneous bio-potential and bio-impedance study of the face
Soft electrodes for simultaneous bio-potential and bio-impedance study of the face Open
The human body’s vascular system is a finely regulated network: blood vessels can change in shape (i.e. constrict, or dilate), their elastic response may shift and they may undergo temporary and partial blockages due to pressure applied by…
View article: Bio-potential noise of dry printed electrodes: physiology versus the skin-electrode impedance
Bio-potential noise of dry printed electrodes: physiology versus the skin-electrode impedance Open
Objective . To explore noise characteristics and the effect physiological activity has on the link between impedance and noise. Approach . Dry-printed electrodes are emerging as a new and exciting technology for skin electro-physiology. Su…
View article: Wearable facial electromyography: in the face of new opportunities
Wearable facial electromyography: in the face of new opportunities Open
Facial muscles play an important role in a vast range of physiological functions, ranging from mastication to communication. Any disruption in their normal function may lead to serious negative effects on human well-being. A very wide rang…
View article: (544) Incidental Findings of Pre-Operative Cystoscopy Procedure prior to IPP
(544) Incidental Findings of Pre-Operative Cystoscopy Procedure prior to IPP Open
Introduction Inflatable Penile Prosthesis (IPP) is a common treatment modality for Erectile Dysfunction (ED). Previous studies have advocated the importance of undergoing a cystoscopy prior to an IPP procedure and whether the costs outweig…
View article: (414) Double Distal Fixation Stitch
(414) Double Distal Fixation Stitch Open
Introduction Distal cylinder extrusion is not a common complication of penile prothesis surgery when compared to mechanical device failure but can have very serious complications if not addressed properly. Reported revision surgery for IPP…
View article: Printed soft skin electrodes for seamless bio-impedance measurements
Printed soft skin electrodes for seamless bio-impedance measurements Open
Bio-impedance measurements are widely used to assess various physiological parameters. Contemporary skin electrodes for bio-impedance measurements are cumbersome and novel electrode designs are needed to allow fast and easy placement, long…
View article: High-Resolution Bio-potential and Bio-impedance Investigation of the Face
High-Resolution Bio-potential and Bio-impedance Investigation of the Face Open
The importance of facial muscles is evident in the critical role they play in numerous functions. The purpose of some actions (e.g. chewing, swallowing) is clear. Others, such as yawning and the expression of emotion are more elusive. Desp…
View article: Ocular injuries associated with two-wheeled electric transportation devices and motorcycle accidents
Ocular injuries associated with two-wheeled electric transportation devices and motorcycle accidents Open
Electric bicycles and scooters have gained popularity among riders; studies assessing these device-related injuries have not specified ocular trauma. Our study examined the types and risk factors for ocular and periocular injuries associat…