Advanced EMG and nerve conduction testing reveals exactly what’s causing your numbness, tingling, or weakness.
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You’ve been dealing with symptoms for months. The numbness in your hands keeps you awake. The tingling in your feet makes walking uncomfortable. Your doctor says you need nerve testing, but you’re not sure what that means or what to expect.
Nerve and muscle diagnostic testing gives you concrete answers. Instead of guessing about carpal tunnel syndrome or wondering if that back pain is affecting your leg nerves, you get objective data that shows exactly how your nerves and muscles are functioning.
When you know what’s actually happening in your body, treatment becomes straightforward. No more trial-and-error approaches or wondering if your symptoms are “all in your head.” The test results guide your doctor toward the most effective treatment for your specific condition.
NY Spine Medicine has been serving patients throughout Nassau County and Queens for years, specializing in comprehensive spine and neurological care. We focus specifically on conditions affecting nerve and muscle function, from common issues like carpal tunnel syndrome to complex neuropathies.
We understand that nerve problems affect every aspect of your daily life. We’ve seen thousands of patients who thought they’d have to live with numbness, weakness, or chronic pain. Most discover their condition is both diagnosable and treatable once they have accurate test results.
Located conveniently in the Floral Park area, we accept most major insurance plans and work directly with your referring physician to ensure coordinated care throughout your treatment process.
The appointment typically takes 45-60 minutes and involves two main components: nerve conduction studies and electromyography. You don’t need to do anything special to prepare, though you should avoid using lotions or creams on your skin the day of testing.
During the nerve conduction study, small electrodes are placed on your skin over the nerves being tested. Mild electrical pulses measure how quickly and effectively your nerves transmit signals. This part feels like brief, mild shocks – uncomfortable but not painful.
The EMG portion involves inserting very thin needles into specific muscles to measure their electrical activity. The needles are much thinner than those used for blood draws. You’ll be asked to relax certain muscles, then contract them gently while the electrical activity is recorded.
Most patients receive their results the same day. We explain what the findings mean, how they relate to your symptoms, and what treatment options are most appropriate based on the objective data from your tests.
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Your nerve and muscle evaluation includes both EMG and nerve conduction velocity testing, providing a complete picture of your neurological function. The testing can diagnose conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, radiculopathy, peripheral neuropathy, and various muscle disorders.
You receive detailed results that day, along with a comprehensive report sent to your referring physician. The findings help determine whether your symptoms stem from nerve compression, muscle weakness, or other neurological issues that require specific treatment approaches.
Many patients discover their symptoms have a clear, treatable cause. Others learn they need additional imaging or blood work to complete their diagnosis. Either way, you leave with concrete information about your condition and a clear understanding of next steps.
The testing is covered by most insurance plans when medically necessary, and we handle prior authorization requirements when needed.
