The Neuromuscular Blockade Resource for Anesthesia Providers

Welcome to The Twitch, a hub for all things related to neuromuscular blockade during anesthesia. From the latest publications to tips on how to integrate quantitative neuromuscular monitors into routine care, The Twitch provides everything you need to practice smarter and not harder when muscle relaxants are utilized in the operating room.

Electrode Placement: The Foundation of Reliable Neuromuscular Monitoring

Discover how proper electrode placement can enhance the accuracy and trust in quantitative neuromuscular monitoring, based on recent research findings by Ebert et al.

Elle Meyer

Should We Say Goodbye to Neostigmine?

Explore the limitations of neostigmine in reversing neuromuscular blockade and discover its niche applications.

Andrew Bowdle MD, PhD, FASE

Key Insights: The Pharmacology of Preventing Movement During Surgery

Understand strategies to prevent patient movement during surgery using neuromuscular blockers and opioids.

Andrew Bowdle MD, PhD, FASE

Anesthesia Experts Recommend These 4 Steps to Implement Quantitative Train of Four Monitoring

Step-by-step guide to implementing quantitative neuromuscular monitoring as recommended by the ASA practice guidelines.

Tenaje Calloway, BSN, RN

TwitchView - The only clinically-validated electromyography (EMG) monitor

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Mechanomyograph used to monitor neuromuscular blockade during general anesthesia

How to Pick the Best Quantitative Neuromuscular Monitoring Device for Your Anesthesia Department

Gold-standard mechanomyography (MMG) vs electromyography (EMG) vs acceleromyography (AMG). Advances in quantitative neuromuscular monitoring.

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How to Use Post-Tetanic Count (PTC) to Manage Neuromuscular Blockade

What is post-tetanic count PTC? Using PTC to proactively manage neuromuscular blockade and ensure optimal surgical conditions during general anesthesia.

Elise Hyman

Introducing TwitchView2, a complete redesign based on experience in over 1,000,000  clinical cases around the world.

TwitchView2 is a next generation neuromuscular monitor built for OR durability and fast reliable performance even in difficult cases. With quick setup, a clear display, and one button start, it is the EASY button for anesthesiologists.

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