Abstract
The purpose of this research was to investigate motor skill practice related changes in the activity pattern and mean frequency of the electromyogram and the subsequent motor performance. By using both electromyographic (EMG) activity levels and the frequency spectrum of the EMG signal, it is possible to gain an understanding of the modifications that may occur with skill acquisition. Subject's angular position and bipolar surface EMG activity from the biceps brachii and triceps brachii muscles were recorded and digitized at 1000 samples/second. Movement time and EMG data averaged over early and late practice trials were compared to evaluate the effects of practice on EMG activity patterns (RMS) and the EMG frequency spectra (mean frequency). Changes in EMG activity and frequency patterns observed at both movement velocities reflect modifications in the control of force gradation in relation to skill practice and learning. Although it is not possible to assess specific changes in motor unit recruitment order, it appears that motor units were controlled in a different manner after skill practice.
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