Nerve and Muscle Testing in Roselle, NJ

Get Clear Answers About Your Symptoms

Advanced nerve and muscle testing that pinpoints exactly what’s causing your numbness, tingling, or weakness.

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EMG and NCV Testing Services

Finally Know What's Wrong

You’ve been dealing with unexplained symptoms long enough. That tingling in your hands, the weakness in your legs, the numbness that comes and goes – these aren’t things you should have to live with or wonder about.

Our nerve and muscle testing gives you concrete answers. We use electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies to measure exactly how your nerves and muscles are functioning. No more guessing. No more “let’s wait and see.”

When you know what’s actually happening in your body, you can make informed decisions about treatment. You can stop worrying about the worst-case scenarios running through your head. You get a clear path forward instead of more questions.

Nerve Testing Specialists Roselle

We've Been Solving These Puzzles

NY Spine Medicine has been helping patients in Roselle and throughout New Jersey get accurate diagnoses for their nerve and muscle problems. Our team includes board-certified neurologists who specialize in interpreting these complex tests.

We see patients every day who’ve been to multiple doctors without getting clear answers. That’s exactly why we focus on thorough diagnostic testing – because you deserve to know what’s going on with your body.

We accept most major insurance plans and provide same-day results with consultation, so you’re not left waiting and wondering.

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Nerve Function Test Process

Here's What Actually Happens

The nerve conduction study comes first. We place small electrodes on your skin and send mild electrical pulses to measure how fast and strong your nerve signals are. It feels like small taps or mild static – uncomfortable for a moment, but not painful.

Next is the EMG portion, where we use a thin needle electrode to measure the electrical activity in your muscles. We test muscles both at rest and when you contract them. This shows us if the problem is in the muscle itself or the nerves controlling it.

The entire process takes about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on which areas we’re testing. 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 Muscle Function Testing

What You Get With Testing

Our nerve and muscle evaluation covers both upper and lower extremities, depending on your symptoms. We test for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, diabetic neuropathy, sciatica, herniated disc complications, and various muscle disorders.

You’ll receive a detailed report that your other doctors can use to develop your treatment plan. Many patients find this testing helps them avoid unnecessary procedures or medications because they finally have an accurate diagnosis.

We also coordinate with your other healthcare providers when needed. If you’re seeing a physical therapist, orthopedist, or primary care doctor, we make sure they have the information they need to help you effectively.

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The nerve conduction study feels like small taps or mild static electricity – briefly uncomfortable but not painful. The EMG portion involves thin needle electrodes, which most patients describe as similar to acupuncture needles. You might feel some discomfort when the needle goes in, but it’s typically very tolerable. The entire test is designed to gather information with minimal discomfort, and most patients are surprised that it’s not as bad as they expected.
Most nerve and muscle testing appointments take 45 minutes to an hour, depending on which areas we need to evaluate. The nerve conduction study usually takes 15-30 minutes, and the EMG portion takes another 15-30 minutes. We don’t rush through the process because accurate results require careful testing. You’ll get your results and consultation the same day, so you won’t need to schedule a separate follow-up appointment just to learn what we found.
EMG and nerve conduction studies can diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome, diabetic neuropathy, sciatica, herniated disc nerve compression, muscle disorders like myopathy, nerve injuries from accidents, and many other neuromuscular conditions. The testing shows us whether your symptoms are coming from nerve damage, muscle problems, or issues where the nerve connects to the muscle. This helps distinguish between different conditions that might cause similar symptoms like numbness, tingling, or weakness.
Most major insurance plans cover EMG and nerve conduction studies when they’re medically necessary to diagnose your symptoms. We accept Medicare, most commercial insurance plans, and can verify your coverage before your appointment. The testing is considered a standard diagnostic procedure, similar to an X-ray or blood test, so insurance companies typically approve it when your doctor needs to determine what’s causing nerve or muscle symptoms.
Don’t use lotions, oils, or creams on your skin the day of testing, as they can interfere with the electrodes. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes that allow easy access to the areas being tested. If you’re on blood thinners, let us know ahead of time, but you usually don’t need to stop them. Avoid caffeine for a few hours before the test if possible, as it can affect muscle activity. Otherwise, eat normally and take your regular medications unless we specifically tell you otherwise.
You’ll get your results immediately after the test, along with an explanation of what we found. We’ll discuss whether the results show nerve damage, muscle problems, or normal function, and what this means for your symptoms. We’ll also send a detailed report to your referring doctor and any other specialists involved in your care. Based on the results, we can recommend next steps, whether that’s treatment options, additional testing, or referrals to other specialists who can help address your specific condition.