Nerve and Muscle Testing in Linden-Park, NY

Get Clear Answers About Your Nerve Pain

Advanced diagnostic testing that pinpoints exactly what’s causing your symptoms so you can finally get targeted treatment.

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EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies

Know Exactly What's Wrong

You’ve been dealing with numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness long enough. You need answers, not more guessing games.

Our nerve and muscle diagnostic testing gives you the clarity you’ve been searching for. Through advanced EMG testing and nerve conduction studies, we identify the exact source of your symptoms. No more wondering if it’s carpal tunnel, a pinched nerve, or something more serious.

When you know what’s actually wrong, your doctor can create a treatment plan that targets the real problem. That means less time trying treatments that don’t work and more time getting back to the activities that matter to you.

Linden-Park Nerve Testing Specialists

Experience You Can Trust

We’ve been helping Linden-Park residents get accurate diagnoses for their nerve and muscle conditions for years. Our specialists understand that when you’re dealing with unexplained symptoms, you need more than just another test.

You need someone who knows how to interpret the results and explain them in terms that make sense. Our team combines advanced diagnostic technology with the experience to guide you through what comes next.

We’ve seen every type of nerve and muscle disorder, from common carpal tunnel syndrome to complex diabetic neuropathy. That experience matters when you need answers.

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Nerve Function Test Process

Simple Testing, Clear Results

Your nerve and muscle evaluation starts with a discussion about your symptoms. We need to understand when they started, what makes them better or worse, and how they’re affecting your daily life.

The EMG testing involves placing small electrodes on your skin to measure electrical activity in your muscles. The nerve conduction study uses mild electrical pulses to test how well your nerves are working. Most patients find the testing uncomfortable but not painful.

We get your results immediately and review them with you the same day. You’ll understand exactly what the tests show and what it means for your treatment options. No waiting weeks to find out what’s wrong.

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Comprehensive Muscle and Nerve Evaluation

Complete Diagnostic Testing

Your nerve and muscle testing includes both electromyography and nerve conduction studies. This combination gives us a complete picture of how your nerves and muscles are functioning.

We test multiple nerve pathways to identify problems you might not even know you have. Sometimes patients come in worried about one area and discover they have nerve issues in other locations that explain additional symptoms they’ve been ignoring.

The testing covers common conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar neuropathy, radiculopathy, and peripheral neuropathy. We also screen for less common nerve disorders that other providers might miss. You get a thorough evaluation, not just a quick check of the obvious problem areas.

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Most nerve and muscle testing appointments take 45 minutes to an hour. The actual EMG and nerve conduction studies usually take 20-30 minutes, depending on how many areas we need to test. We spend additional time reviewing your symptoms beforehand and explaining your results afterward. You’ll have your results and know what they mean before you leave our office, so you won’t need to schedule a separate follow-up appointment just to get your test results.
EMG testing involves some discomfort but isn’t typically described as painful by most patients. The nerve conduction study feels like small electrical pulses, similar to static electricity shocks. The EMG portion involves inserting very thin needles into muscles, which feels like getting a shot. Most patients tolerate the testing well and say it’s less uncomfortable than they expected. The discomfort is brief and stops as soon as the testing is complete.
Nerve conduction studies and EMG testing can diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar neuropathy, radiculopathy from herniated discs, peripheral neuropathy from diabetes, and many other nerve disorders. The testing shows us exactly where nerve damage is occurring and how severe it is. We can also determine if your symptoms are coming from nerve compression, nerve damage, or muscle problems. This information is crucial for your doctor to recommend the right treatment approach.
You don’t need any special preparation for nerve and muscle testing. Avoid using lotions or oils on your skin the day of testing, as they can interfere with the electrodes. Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the areas being tested. You can take your regular medications and eat normally before the appointment. If you’re taking blood thinners, let us know when you schedule, but you usually don’t need to stop them for this type of testing.
Most insurance plans cover medically necessary nerve conduction studies and EMG testing when ordered by your doctor. We accept most major insurance plans and will verify your coverage before your appointment. The testing is considered a standard diagnostic procedure, similar to getting an X-ray or blood work. We’ll provide you with the specific codes your insurance company needs and help you understand any out-of-pocket costs before we begin testing.
We review your test results with you immediately after testing and provide a detailed report for your referring doctor. The results help your doctor determine the best treatment approach, whether that’s physical therapy, medication, injections, or surgery. In some cases, we might recommend additional testing if we find unexpected results. We coordinate with your other healthcare providers to make sure everyone understands what the testing showed and how it should guide your treatment plan.