LIN Sen , XU Jianguang.
  • Department of Hand Surgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200040, P. R. China;
Functional electrical stimulation; Peripheral nerve; Nerve regeneration; Musclular atrophy
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Objective To review the advances of functional electrical stimulation(FES) in treatment of peripheral nerve injuries. Methods By index of recent literature, the measures of stimulation, the mechanisms of FES and unsolved problems were evaluated and analyzed. Results Great advances have been made in the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries. It can not only enhance the regeneration of injured peripheral nerve, but also prevent muscular atrophy. Conclusion FES is an effective treatment for peripheral nerve injuries.

Citation： LIN Sen,XU Jianguang.. ADVANCES OF FUNCTIONAL ELECTRICAL STIMULATION IN TREATMENT OF PERIPHERAL NERVE INJURIES. Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery, 2005, 19(8): 669-672. doi: Copy