title: Treatment of handwriting problems utilizing EMG biofeedback training.
abstract: The effects of EMG biofeedback training on cursive handwriting were investigated for 4 girls and 5 boys in Grade 4. A significant reduction in EMG between the first baseline session and the last training session was obtained. Four of 5 characteristics of handwriting improved significantly. The need for carefully designed research comparing EMG biofeedback training and relaxation training was indicated. A self-control factor in handwriting was hypothesized.
mesh_terms: D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology; D002648:Child; D004576:Electromyography / Q000379:methods*; D006236:Handwriting; D006801:Humans