Diagnostic utility of deep tendon reflex responses in rectus femoris and triceps brachii in fibromyalgia: a clinical and electrophysiological study.

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to evaluate deep tendon reflex responses and associated electrophysiological parameters of the muscles in patients with fibromyalgia. This cross-sectional study included 38 patients with fibromyalgia and 32 age- and sex-matched controls. Deep tendon reflexes of the rectus femoris and triceps brachii were tested using a reflex hammer. Electromyographic (amplitude and duration of activation), inertial measurement unit (angular velocity, acceleration), and electromechanical (delay) analyses were performed using a surface electromyography (sEMG) device. Comparative analyses were carried out between patients and controls. Additionally, Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) analysis was performed to evaluate the ability of hyperreflexia in distinguishing fibromyalgia

SUBMITTER: Coskun Benlidayi I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11845418 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature