About INTRAOPERATIVE MONITORING (IONM)

IONM offers protection of neural tissues and organs (brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves) during surgery. By measuring spontaneous or elicited (evoked) electrical signals produced by the nervous system or attached muscle groups during surgery,  early irritation or impending injury can often be detected. This offers an opportunity to intervene and prevent permanent injury. IONM has been shown to be effective in reducing operative neurological complications in several types of surgery, but is best documented in spinal surgeries for protection of the spinal cord.

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If you are unfamiliar with intraoperative monitoring, take time to browse our patient information and physician resource areas. We strive to make intraoperative monitoring understandable, accurate and of real benefit to patients and their physicians. If you have questions or comments we would love to hear them here.