Mechano-Electric Correlations in the Human Physiological System

The study of the electrical and mechanical properties of soft tissues is essential for understanding their behavior and function. This research explores the correlation between electrical properties and mechanical properties of biological soft tissues using computational techniques. It also provides a detailed introduction to electrophysiological signals, including their types, applications, properties, problems, and associated mathematical models. Additionally, it explains the electromechanics of muscles using electromyography recordings from various muscles of the human physiological system. Finally, a case study is presented on the effect of lymphatic filariasis on the mechanical and electrical activity of the muscle.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 100 pages
\n Publication date: 29 April 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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The study of the electrical and mechanical properties of soft tissues is a crucial area of research in biomechanics and physiology. Soft tissues, which include muscles, nerves, and blood vessels, are essential components of the human body and play a vital role in movement, sensation, and organ function. Understanding the behavior of soft tissues in time and frequency domains is essential for developing effective medical treatments and devices.

In this article, we will explore the basics of electrical and mechanical properties of soft tissues in both time and frequency domains. We will also discuss the mathematical models of soft tissue mechanics, which are used to describe the behavior of these tissues. Additionally, we will examine the correlation of electrical properties with the mechanical properties of biological soft tissues using computational techniques.

Electrophysiological signals are a fundamental aspect of the study of soft tissues. These signals are generated by the electrical activity of cells and can be recorded using various techniques, such as electroencephalography (EEG) and electromyography (EMG). Electrophysiological signals provide valuable information about the functioning of the nervous system and can be used to diagnose and treat neurological disorders.

The electromechanics of muscles is another important area of research in soft tissue biomechanics. Muscles are responsible for movement and can be studied using electromyography recordings from various muscles of the human physiological system. Electromyography recordings allow researchers to measure the electrical activity of muscles and to analyze their behavior in time and frequency domains.

A case study on the effect of lymphatic filariasis on the mechanical and electrical activity of the muscle will be presented to illustrate the practical applications of soft tissue biomechanics. Lymphatic filariasis is a parasitic disease that affects millions of people worldwide and is caused by the mosquito vector Anopheles stephensi. The disease is characterized by the development of swollen lymph nodes, which can cause pain, swelling, and disability.

In this case study, we will examine the effects of lymphatic filariasis on the mechanical and electrical activity of the muscle. We will use electromyography recordings to measure the electrical activity of the muscle before and after infection with the parasitic worm. We will also analyze the mechanical properties of the muscle using biomechanical testing techniques.

The results of this case study will provide valuable insights into the effects of lymphatic filariasis on the human physiological system. It will also help to develop new treatments and devices for the management of this disease.

In conclusion, the study of the electrical and mechanical properties of soft tissues is a crucial area of research in biomechanics and physiology. Understanding the behavior of soft tissues in time and frequency domains is essential for developing effective medical treatments and devices. Electrophysiological signals provide valuable information about the functioning of the nervous system, and the electromechanics of muscles is essential for understanding movement and muscle function. A case study on the effect of lymphatic filariasis on the mechanical and electrical activity of the muscle illustrates the practical applications of soft tissue biomechanics.

\n Weight: 320g\n
Dimension: 159 x 241 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367622626\n \n