What is the ScanVision Spinal Stress Exam?
MyoVision's ScanVision tool is essentially an electronic form of palpation, which measures the muscular compensation for subluxation or issues with the spine. The tool uses the same technology as ECG/EKG. Two small scanners are held momentarily against the left and right sides of the spine like a stethoscope, and quick readings of muscle activity at various levels of the spine are measured and stored. ScanVision scanning sEMG provides an objective means of measuring muscle activity about the spine, just as a cardiologist utilizes an EKG. The test takes approximately one minute and results are almost immediately texted or emailed to you!
Is it painful?
Not at all! It is non-invasive and does not cause pain or irritation. This makes it safe for children, pregnant women and seniors. It simply requires the placement of small electrodes against the skin.
Why is muscle activity important?
Muscles compensate for pain and/or spinal subluxation by tensing up to brace and guard. ScanVision scanning sEMG objectively documents this pattern of muscular guarding, establishing need for care and objectively tracking progress over time.
MyoVision's ScanVision tool is essentially an electronic form of palpation, which measures the muscular compensation for subluxation or issues with the spine. The tool uses the same technology as ECG/EKG. Two small scanners are held momentarily against the left and right sides of the spine like a stethoscope, and quick readings of muscle activity at various levels of the spine are measured and stored. ScanVision scanning sEMG provides an objective means of measuring muscle activity about the spine, just as a cardiologist utilizes an EKG. The test takes approximately one minute and results are almost immediately texted or emailed to you!
Is it painful?
Not at all! It is non-invasive and does not cause pain or irritation. This makes it safe for children, pregnant women and seniors. It simply requires the placement of small electrodes against the skin.
Why is muscle activity important?
Muscles compensate for pain and/or spinal subluxation by tensing up to brace and guard. ScanVision scanning sEMG objectively documents this pattern of muscular guarding, establishing need for care and objectively tracking progress over time.
What do the results mean?
Colors indicate level of tension, with yellow, green, pink and red corresponding with very low, average, moderately high, and high readings respectively. Percent difference displayed is the difference between left and right sides at the level measured, with arrows pointing the direction of imbalance. Both very high (red) and very low (yellow) readings are significant. High readings (red) are typically seen in the acute phase of spinal subluxation or injury, while very low readings (yellow) are commonly seen when muscles are in chronic state of fatigue from being overly stressed. You will be amazed at how these colors will correspond with your tension and/or pain!
How does this relate to your health?
Just as a blood pressure cuff is used to track your cardiovascular health, the ScanVision scanning sEMG is used to track your spinal health. The data helps determine the proper course of care, and track your progress over time.
What is the EP Stress Score?
The Electrophysiological (EP) Stress Score is calculated by adding up all the muscle activity readings (in microvolts) for both left and right sides at all levels of the spine. This sum of all muscle activity about the spine provides a baseline measurement for which all subsequent readings are compared. This allows us to track your progress over time with a simple, single number. This number means very little on its own. The first reading is used to create a baseline. All subsequent readings are compared with the baseline for the purpose of tracking progress under chiropractic care. Elevated EP Stress Score readings on a first exam are associated with the acute state of subluxation and/or spinal health. Readings typically will drop after 4-6 weeks of care. Low EP Stress Score readings on a first exam are associated with a chronic problem, with muscles in a state of fatigue. Your EP Stress Score will gradually increase as muscles begin to fire more normally. Since no one lives static lives, expect your EP Stress Score to reflect your activities of daily living. Everything from sitting at the computer too long, to playing sports will impact your score.
Colors indicate level of tension, with yellow, green, pink and red corresponding with very low, average, moderately high, and high readings respectively. Percent difference displayed is the difference between left and right sides at the level measured, with arrows pointing the direction of imbalance. Both very high (red) and very low (yellow) readings are significant. High readings (red) are typically seen in the acute phase of spinal subluxation or injury, while very low readings (yellow) are commonly seen when muscles are in chronic state of fatigue from being overly stressed. You will be amazed at how these colors will correspond with your tension and/or pain!
How does this relate to your health?
Just as a blood pressure cuff is used to track your cardiovascular health, the ScanVision scanning sEMG is used to track your spinal health. The data helps determine the proper course of care, and track your progress over time.
What is the EP Stress Score?
The Electrophysiological (EP) Stress Score is calculated by adding up all the muscle activity readings (in microvolts) for both left and right sides at all levels of the spine. This sum of all muscle activity about the spine provides a baseline measurement for which all subsequent readings are compared. This allows us to track your progress over time with a simple, single number. This number means very little on its own. The first reading is used to create a baseline. All subsequent readings are compared with the baseline for the purpose of tracking progress under chiropractic care. Elevated EP Stress Score readings on a first exam are associated with the acute state of subluxation and/or spinal health. Readings typically will drop after 4-6 weeks of care. Low EP Stress Score readings on a first exam are associated with a chronic problem, with muscles in a state of fatigue. Your EP Stress Score will gradually increase as muscles begin to fire more normally. Since no one lives static lives, expect your EP Stress Score to reflect your activities of daily living. Everything from sitting at the computer too long, to playing sports will impact your score.