Karnataka Anaesthesia Journal

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Paraesthesias are the traditional sign of successful nerve localization, but the use of electrical stimulation has gained popularity with the advent of improved equipment. A low current electrical impulse applied to a peripheral nerve produces stimulation of motor fibres and identifies the proximity of the nerve without actual contact or patient discomfort. Its use may reduce the chance of nerve injury

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Nerve locator, Rheobase, Chronaxy
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