EMG/NCV

Your doctor is ordering this test to assess the condition of your muscles and nerves, which will assist in determining a diagnosis and treatment.

Small electrical shocks are administered to the nerves in the arms and/or legs, and then a very thin needle is inserted superficially into the muscles. The test may be a little uncomfortable, but most people tolerate it without any difficulty. The average testing time is anywhere from 20-45 minutes, depending on the complexity of the problem.

If you are taking blood-thinning medications (coumadin, aspirin, etc), you may experience a little bleeding/bruising. Please make sure to alert your doctor if you are taking these medications. You may take prescribed pain medications. We ask that you do not wear any lotion on the body parts being tested. You may experience mild soreness in the tested muscles for a few days after the procedure. Please let your physician know if you have a pacemaker.