NEUROTRANSMISSION MEASUREMENT ADAPTER

摘要

An apparatus and method for use in determining a neuromuscular transmission value for a patient is provided. The apparatus includes a cuff for receiving a thumb of a patient therein and an accelerometer positioned on the cuff at substantially a tip of the thumb. A support member is coupled to the cuff and maintains the thumb in a predetermined position and restricts movement of the thumb. A stimulation mechanism applies a stimulus to a nerve. In response to the applied stimulus, the thumb is caused to move and exert a force on the support member sufficient to overcome the restricted movement. The accelerometer generates an electrical signal indicative of movement of the thumb for use in determining a neuromuscular transmission value indicative of a level of muscular paralysis.