EEG Peak Alpha Frequency as an Indicator for Physical Fatigue
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چکیده
The peak alpha frequency (PAF) has been associated with mental abilities. In this study, we use the EEG to investigate the relationship between PAF and physical fatigue. Eight right handed male subjects (age from 23 to 29) volunteered for the experiment. They have to perform a hand grip task for 30 seconds with each hand for 30 times or until they could not continue anymore. Electrodes are placed at 55 locations all over the scalp to detect EEG. Three electrodes are placed around the eyes region to detect EOG. The EEG signals of six subjects clearly indicated a reduction in the PAF around the motor cortex region after the physical exertion. Thus, this study shows that the reduction of PAF can be an indicator of physical fatigue. Keywords— peak alpha frequency, muscle fatigue.
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