Description of MVIC procedures for each muscle
Muscle | Electrode placement | MVIC testing |
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Upper trapezius | 1/2 On the line from the acromion to the spine of vertebra C7 | Elevation of the acromial end of the clavicle and scapula |
Biceps brachii | Distal 1/3 on the line from the medial acromion to the cubital fossa | Elbow flexion slightly less than or at a right angle, with the forearm in supination |
Rectus femoris | 1/2 On the line from the anterior superior iliac spine to the superior part of the patella | Hip flexion at hip joint angles of 90° in the supine position |
MVIC: maximum voluntary isometric contraction.