High school students discovered the digital world of medicine with EMG

Within the scope of the "Education Cooperation Protocol" signed between Üsküdar University, Ümraniye District Governorship, and Ümraniye District Directorate of National Education, students of Prof. Nabi Avcı Al Dudullu Amanetoğlu Anatolian Imam Hatip High School visited the Üsküdar University Vocational School of Health Services (SHMYO) Electroneurophysiology Program. Within this scope, students had the opportunity to experience the electrical working principles of the nervous and muscular systems both theoretically and practically. Observing on-site the measurement processes of biological signals in the human body and how these data are reflected on the screen through Electromyography (EMG) applications, students experienced an active learning process in a laboratory environment. 

The education program held at Üsküdar University Çarşı Campus was followed with great interest by high school students.

Within this scope, in the Electroneurophysiology Laboratory, students had the opportunity to experience the electrical working principles of the nervous and muscular systems both theoretically and practically. 

With Electromyography (EMG) applications, students observed on-site how biological signals in the human body are measured and how they are reflected as data on the screen.

Program Introduction and Career Opportunities Explained

During the visit, students were first given an introduction to the department by Instructor Recep Yılmaz, Head of the Üsküdar University Vocational School of Health Services (SHMYO) Electroneurophysiology Program. Comprehensive information about the education process, course contents, and post-graduation employment opportunities was shared.

Furthermore, the place of electroneurophysiology in the healthcare sector, its importance in neurological diagnostic processes, and increasing career opportunities with technological advancements were conveyed to the students.

The Electrical Journey of the Nervous and Muscular System Explained

During the education process, students learned the basic biophysical mechanisms of nerve transmission and muscle activation accompanied by academicians. The electrical signal process extending from the brain to the muscles was supported with practical examples, linking it to clinical diagnostic methods.

Students had the opportunity to reinforce their theoretical knowledge in a laboratory environment by observing electrode placement, signal recording, and graph reading processes via EMG devices.

Laboratory Experience Gained with EMG Application

In the Electromyography (EMG) applications carried out within the scope of the workshops, students instantly monitored the electrical activities produced by muscles during movement on the screen.

Students, closely examining the operation of this technology used in the diagnosis of nerve compressions and muscle diseases, gained significant experience regarding the diagnostic processes of modern medicine.

Instructor Recep Yılmaz: “Theoretical knowledge is more permanent with practical application”

Making evaluations within the scope of the event, Instructor Recep Yılmaz, Head of the Electroneurophysiology Program, stated that theoretical knowledge and learning become more permanent when supported by practical application. Emphasizing that such laboratory experiences increase students' professional awareness and strengthen their interest in health technologies, Yılmaz said; “Theoretical knowledge is more permanent with practical application.”