MUNIX: a sophisticated approach for motor unit number estimation
Event Details
Course introduction: In this eSeminar we will discuss MUNIX, a novel motor unit number estimation technique which has gained a lot of attention over the past decade especially as a
Event Details
Course introduction:
In this eSeminar we will discuss MUNIX, a novel motor unit number estimation technique which has gained a lot of attention over the past decade especially as a biomarker and outcome measure for ALS clinical trials. Emphasis will be put on how a standardized approach will result in high quality recordings suitable to track motor unit loss over time. In addition, the pitfalls, advantages, and disadvantages of MUNIX compared to other quantitative MUNE techniques will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this seminar the participants will be able to:
- Be able to apply the method in their EMG lab.
- Recognize the scientific and clinical utility of MUNIX.
- Know about the most common pitfalls.
- Know about possible indications and limitations of the method.
This course is approved for 1.0 Hr. of Continuing Education by AAET – The American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists.
Speakers for this event
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Dr. Markus Weber
Dr. Markus Weber
Professor of Neurology
Healthcare Ostschweiz
Prof. Dr. Markus Weber is Professor of Neurology at the University of Basel and serves as chief of the Neuromuscular Diseases Unit/ ALS Clinic at the Kantonsspital St.Gallen in Switzerland. He has worked for more than 30 years in the field of neuromuscular disorders with a special focus on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and clinical neurophysiology. His main research interests cover outcome measures, clinical neurophysiology, trial designs and cannabinoid research. Prof. Weber is a member of the ENCALS executive committee and research committee of the European Neuromuscular Center (ENMC). He has previously served as co-chair of the European Academy of Neurology scientific panel on ALS and FTD.
Professor of Neurology
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST
Location
ONLINE eSeminar
