Nerve and Muscle Testing in Garfield, NJ

Get Clear Answers About Your Symptoms

Advanced diagnostic testing that pinpoints exactly what’s causing your nerve and muscle problems.

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EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies

Finally Know What's Wrong

You’ve been dealing with numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness long enough. The uncertainty is exhausting, and you need real answers.

Our nerve and muscle testing gives you exactly that. Through electromyography and nerve conduction studies, we measure how well your nerves and muscles are actually working. No guessing. No wondering if it’s all in your head.

When you know what’s causing your symptoms, you can finally move forward with the right treatment. Whether it’s carpal tunnel, sciatica, or something else entirely, accurate diagnosis is the first step toward feeling better.

Garfield Nerve Testing Specialists

Experience You Can Trust

We’ve been serving patients throughout Bergen County for years, specializing in spine and nerve conditions that affect your daily life.

Our team understands that when you’re dealing with nerve or muscle problems, you need answers fast. We’ve built our practice around providing accurate diagnostic testing with clear explanations you can actually understand.

Located right here in Garfield, we’re your local alternative to traveling into the city for specialized testing. Same expertise, better convenience.

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Diagnostic Testing Process

Simple, Straightforward Testing

Your appointment starts with a discussion about your symptoms and when they began. We need to understand what you’re experiencing before we start testing.

For nerve conduction studies, we place small electrodes on your skin and send mild electrical pulses to measure how fast signals travel through your nerves. The EMG portion involves inserting a thin needle electrode into specific muscles to check their electrical activity.

Most testing takes 30-60 minutes depending on which nerves and muscles we need to evaluate. You’ll get your results the same day, along with a clear explanation of what we found and what it means for your treatment options.

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Comprehensive Nerve and Muscle Evaluation

Complete Diagnostic Assessment

Your testing includes both EMG and nerve conduction studies when medically necessary. We don’t run unnecessary tests, but we also don’t cut corners when you need a complete evaluation.

Many Garfield residents come to us because they’re tired of partial answers or being told their symptoms are normal when they clearly aren’t. Our comprehensive approach looks at the whole picture.

We coordinate directly with your referring physician and provide detailed reports that help guide your treatment plan. Whether you need physical therapy, medication, or surgical consultation, having accurate test results makes all the difference.

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Most patients describe the nerve conduction study as feeling like small static shocks – uncomfortable but not painful. The EMG portion involves needle insertion, which feels similar to getting blood drawn. Some muscles may be tender for a day or two afterward, but this is normal. We work to keep you as comfortable as possible throughout the testing, and most people are surprised that it’s not as bad as they expected. The entire process is designed to get accurate results while minimizing discomfort.
A typical nerve and muscle testing appointment takes 30-60 minutes, depending on which areas we need to evaluate. Simple nerve conduction studies might take 20-30 minutes, while comprehensive testing of multiple nerve groups and muscles can take up to an hour. We schedule appointments with enough time so you never feel rushed. Most patients appreciate that we can usually discuss preliminary results right after testing, so you’re not waiting weeks to understand what we found.
EMG and nerve conduction studies can diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, pinched nerves, peripheral neuropathy, muscle disorders, and many other conditions causing numbness, tingling, or weakness. The testing shows us exactly where nerve damage or muscle problems are occurring and how severe they are. This helps differentiate between conditions that might cause similar symptoms but require completely different treatments. Having a precise diagnosis means your doctor can recommend the most effective treatment approach for your specific condition.
Many insurance plans require a referral from your primary care doctor or specialist, but requirements vary by insurance company. We recommend checking with your insurance provider first, or our office can help verify your coverage. Even if you don’t have a referral, we can often coordinate with your doctor to get one quickly if the testing is medically necessary. Don’t let referral requirements delay getting answers about your symptoms – we’re here to help navigate the process.
We discuss preliminary findings with you immediately after testing in most cases. You’ll understand the basic results before you leave our office. The complete written report is typically available within 24-48 hours and gets sent to your referring physician. If we find something that needs immediate attention, we’ll make sure you and your doctor know right away. We believe you shouldn’t have to wait weeks wondering what your test results mean.
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the areas being tested. Avoid using lotions or oils on your skin the day of testing, as they can interfere with electrode placement. Bring a list of your current medications and any previous test results related to your symptoms. If you’re taking blood thinners, let us know ahead of time. Most importantly, continue taking your regular medications unless specifically told otherwise by your doctor. The goal is to test your nerves and muscles under normal conditions.