Nerve and Muscle Testing in Springfield Gardens

Get Clear Answers About Your Symptoms

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

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EMG Testing Springfield Gardens

Finally Know What's Wrong

You’ve been dealing with symptoms long enough. The numbness in your hands that makes typing difficult. The tingling in your feet that keeps you awake. The weakness that’s affecting your grip strength.

Our nerve and muscle testing gives you concrete answers. We use electromyography and nerve conduction studies to measure exactly how your nerves and muscles are functioning. No more guessing about whether it’s carpal tunnel, a pinched nerve, or something else entirely.

Within the same visit, you’ll know what’s causing your symptoms and have a clear path forward. That uncertainty that’s been weighing on you? It ends here.

Nerve Testing Specialists Springfield Gardens

We Know Neuromuscular Diagnostics

NY Spine Medicine has been serving Springfield Gardens and the surrounding Queens community with specialized diagnostic testing. Our focus isn’t just pain management—it’s getting to the root of what’s causing your symptoms.

We’ve invested in the advanced EMG and nerve conduction equipment that many general practices don’t have. Our specialists have the experience to interpret results accurately and explain them in terms you can understand.

You’re not just getting a test. You’re getting expertise that connects your symptoms to real solutions.

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EMG and NCV Testing Process

Here's What Actually Happens

First, we’ll review your symptoms and medical history. This helps us focus the testing on the areas most likely causing your problems.

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. You’ll feel a brief tingling sensation, but it’s not painful.

Next is the electromyography, where a thin needle electrode measures electrical activity in your muscles. We test both while your muscles are at rest and when you contract them. This shows us if the problem is in the nerve, the muscle, or the connection between them.

The entire process typically takes 30-60 minutes depending on how many areas we’re testing. You’ll get your results the same day, along with our recommendations for treatment.

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Comprehensive Nerve Function Testing

What You Get With Our Testing

Our nerve and muscle evaluation covers both upper and lower extremities. We test for common conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, sciatica, and diabetic neuropathy. But we also catch less obvious problems that other providers might miss.

You’ll receive a detailed report explaining your results in plain language. No medical jargon that leaves you more confused than when you started. We’ll show you exactly where the problem is and how severe it is.

Most importantly, you’ll leave with a treatment plan. Whether that’s physical therapy, medication, injections, or referral to a surgeon, you’ll know exactly what your next step should be. We coordinate with other specialists when needed, so you’re not left to figure out the next phase of care on your own.

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The nerve conduction study feels like small electrical pulses or mild static shocks. Most people describe it as surprising rather than painful. The EMG involves thin needle electrodes, which feel similar to acupuncture needles. There’s a brief pinch when the needle goes in, then mild discomfort as we test muscle activity. The entire process is tolerable for most patients, and any discomfort stops immediately when the test ends. We work at your pace and can take breaks if needed.
EMG and nerve conduction studies can diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, sciatica, diabetic neuropathy, peripheral neuropathy, radiculopathy, muscle disorders, and nerve injuries. The testing shows us exactly where nerve damage or muscle problems are occurring and how severe they are. We can distinguish between nerve compression, nerve damage, muscle weakness, and problems at the nerve-muscle junction. This precision helps us recommend the most effective treatment approach for your specific condition.
Most nerve and muscle testing takes 30-60 minutes, depending on how many areas we need to evaluate. Simple tests for conditions like carpal tunnel might take 20-30 minutes, while comprehensive testing of multiple areas can take up to an hour. You’ll get your results immediately after the test is complete. We’ll explain what the findings mean and discuss treatment options during the same visit. You won’t have to wait days or weeks wondering what the results show.
There’s minimal preparation needed for EMG and nerve conduction studies. Avoid using lotions or oils on your skin the day of testing, as they can interfere with electrode placement. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the areas being tested. If you’re taking blood thinners, let us know beforehand, though you typically don’t need to stop them. You can eat normally and take your regular medications. The main thing is to come in with clean skin and comfortable clothing.
Most insurance plans cover EMG and nerve conduction studies when they’re medically necessary to diagnose your symptoms. We accept most major insurance plans and will verify your coverage before scheduling. These tests are considered standard diagnostic procedures, similar to X-rays or blood tests, so coverage is typically good. We’ll provide you with cost estimates upfront and work with your insurance company to ensure proper authorization when required. Our billing team handles the insurance paperwork so you can focus on getting answers about your symptoms.
Nerve conduction studies test how well electrical signals travel along your nerves by using surface electrodes on your skin. This shows us nerve speed and strength, helping diagnose conditions like carpal tunnel or pinched nerves. EMG uses thin needle electrodes to measure electrical activity directly in your muscles, showing us if muscles are responding properly to nerve signals. We often do both tests together because they give us different but complementary information. The combination helps us determine whether problems are in the nerves, muscles, or both, leading to more accurate diagnosis and better treatment planning.