Electrical Stimulation : Its Role in Growth, Repair and Remodeling of the Musculoskeletal System

This new book explores the increasingly popular field of electrical stimulation of lesions of the musculoskeletal system, exploring its use in both research and treatment. Presenting an overview of the field, Electrical Stimulation describes clinical experience with electrical stimulation in orthopedic, neuro- and plastic surgery, biological sources of electrical signals, and electromechanical characterization of tissues. Timely and detailed, this volume provides an understanding of this important and growing field to all those who are affected by it.