Publications by authors named "R Buschbacher"
Introduction: There are not uniform standards for nerve conduction testing across the United States. The objective of this study is to present a set of methodologically sound criteria to evaluate the literature for the purpose of identifying high-quality normative nerve conduction studies (NCS) suitable for widespread use.
Methods: The Normative Data Task Force (NDTF) was formed to review published studies on methodological issues related to NCS.
Introduction: To address the need for greater standardization within the field of electrodiagnostic medicine, the Normative Data Task Force (NDTF) was formed to identify nerve conduction studies (NCS) in the literature, evaluate them using consensus-based methodological criteria derived by the NDTF, and identify those suitable as a resource for NCS metrics.
Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted of published peer-reviewed scientific articles for 11 routinely performed sensory and motor NCS from 1990 to 2012.
Results: Over 7,500 articles were found.
Introduction: Reference electrode position affects nerve conduction study results. This study was undertaken to determine the optimal reference electrode position for ulnar motor recording from the first dorsal interosseous (FDI) muscle and to develop normative data.
Methods: Fifty-one subjects were tested using reference electrode positions on the thumb, index, and little fingers.
Prevalence and risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries related to endoscopy.
Gastrointest Endosc
February 2015
Background: There are limited data regarding work-related injury among endoscopists.
Objective: To define the prevalence of endoscopy-related musculoskeletal injuries and their impact on clinical practice and to identify physician and practice characteristics associated with their development.
Design: Survey.