Life Sciences
Studies from D.J. Valentino and colleagues reveal new findings on life sciences
Published in Medical Device Business Week, December 5th, 2007
Researchers detail in 'Neuromuscular effects of stun device discharges,' new data in life sciences. According to a study from the United States, "Stun guns or electromuscular incapacitation devices (EMIs) generate between 25,000 and 250,000 V and can be discharged continuously for as long as 5 to 10 min. In the United States, over 200,000 individuals have been exposed to discharges from the most common type of device used."
"EMI devices are being used increasingly despite a lack of objective laboratory data describing the physiological effects and safety of these devices. An increasing amount of morbidity, and even death, is associated with EMI device use. To examine...
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