The American Society of Neurophysiological Monitoring was founded in 1990 to serve the emerging field of neurophysiologic monitoring. As defined by the Society, neurophysiologic monitoring includes any measure employed to assess the ongoing functional integrity of the central or peripheral nervous system in the operating theatre or other acute care setting. Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) has evolved over the last several decades. Neurophysiologic signals are monitored continuously during surgery for adverse changes, detection of which enables corrective action. Risk of postoperative neurological deficit, such as weakness, loss of sensation, hearing loss and impairment of other bodily functions is thereby reduced. In addition to detection of change, surgical guidance can be offered in specialized circumstances. Members of the IONM team include but is not limited to: technologists, surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, neurophysiologists, and the supervising person. Team members are those who generate the setting & monitor the patient (technologists), identify the changes (technologists and monitoring personnel), institute management plans that involve surgical maneuvers (surgeons), physiological, pharmacological and anesthetic management (anesthesiologists), moving and repositioning of electrical equipment (nurses), and repositioning of the patient (surgeon, anesthesiologists, nurses). The Society is dedicated to the advancement of quality neurophysiologic monitoring services for neuroprotection. Disclaimer: The content presented on this LinkedIn page by the American Society of Neurophysiologic Monitoring (ASNM) is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as professional or medical advice and should not replace professional medical consultation or treatment. We strive to share reliable and accurate information, but we cannot guarantee its currency or applicability to specific situations. Any links or references to external sources are for informational purposes and do not imply endorsement or responsibility for their content. Users should consult with IONM professionals for personalized advice. ASNM and its representatives disclaim any liability for damages or losses resulting from the use or interpretation of the information provided on this page. Please be aware that ASNM does not endorse or take responsibility for the content posted by other individuals or entities on this page.
