National R&D Trends in EMG Technology : Exploring Convergence Potential in Sports Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy
근전도 기술의 국가연구개발 활용 동향 : 스포츠재활 및 물리치료 분야 융합 확장성 모색
Backgroud: Electromyography (EMG) is widely used to assess muscle activity and neuromuscular function in rehabilitation and sports science. With the increasing emphasis on digital healthcare, analyzing national R&D trends provides insight into the future potential of EMG, particularly in sports rehabilitation and physical therapy. Methods: This study analyzed EMG-related government-funded R&D projects conducted in Korea from 2020 to 2024. The analysis included project title, summary, program name, funding ministry, duration, government investment, implementing institution, and region. In addition, keyword analysis was conducted based on project titles to identify trends in core technologies, objectives, and application areas. To systematically analyze EMG application trends, a category classification process was conducted based on project objectives, technical keywords, and application areas, refined through expert consultation and project report review. Results: An initial database search identified 2,095 projects, from which 271 were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Keyword analysis showed that EMG-related R&D projects mainly focused on rehabilitation, exercise, robotic control, and wearable systems, with increasing trends in smart and personalized technologies. Based on the categorization framework established in this study, 15 project types were identified, with the most common being “Bio-signal sensing and processing technology” (37 projects), followed by “Rehabilitation intervention” and “Brain-computer interface” (28 each), and “Muscle function analysis” (27) and “Neuro-rehabilitation robotics” (25). Conclusion: This study demonstrates that EMG technology is evolving beyond signal measurement into smart systems for personalized intervention, precise assessment, and functional recovery. The findings may serve as a foundation for future research planning and technology development strategies in sports rehabilitation and physical therapy.
목차
Abstract Ⅰ. 서론 Ⅱ. 연구방법 1. 검색 대상 2. 선정 및 제외기준 3. 분석 방법 4. 연구 카테고리 분류 Ⅲ. 연구결과 Ⅳ. 논의 Ⅴ. 결론 참고문헌
대한스포츠물리치료학회 [Korean Society of Sports Physical Therapy]
설립연도
1992
분야
의약학>물리치료학
소개
스포츠물리치료학의 발전향상과 회원 상호간의 유대강화 및 친목을 도모함을 목적으로 하며 다음 사업을 한다.
1.스포츠물리치료학의 연구발전에 관한 사항.
2.학술지 발간에 관한 사항.
3.스포츠물리치료 정보의 수집 및 교환에 관한 사항.
4.국제 스포츠물리치료 교류에 관한 사항.
5.스포츠물리료학 교육 및 지도에 관한 사항.
6.기타 본회 목적 달성에 관한 사항.
간행물
간행물명
정형스포츠물리치료학회지 [Archives of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy]