Advanced electromyography testing that pinpoints exactly what’s causing your numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness.
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You’re tired of living with unexplained symptoms. The numbness in your hands, the shooting pain down your leg, the muscle weakness that’s affecting your daily routine – you need answers, not more guesswork.
EMG testing gives you those answers. This diagnostic procedure measures the electrical activity in your muscles and nerves, revealing exactly where the problem lies and how severe it is.
Within minutes, you’ll have concrete data about your nerve function. No more wondering if your symptoms are “all in your head” or if they’ll get worse. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of your condition and a roadmap for treatment.
NY Spine Medicine has been serving Charleston and the surrounding communities with specialized diagnostic and treatment services. We focus exclusively on spine and nerve-related conditions, which means every day is spent helping patients just like you get the answers they need.
We understand that nerve symptoms can be frightening and disruptive. That’s why we take time to explain your test results clearly and discuss what they mean for your treatment options.
You’re not just getting a test – you’re getting expertise from specialists who see these conditions regularly and know how to interpret your results accurately.
Your EMG test typically takes 30-60 minutes and happens right in our office. The process involves two parts: nerve conduction studies and electromyography.
First, small electrodes are placed on your skin to measure how well your nerves send electrical signals. You’ll feel brief, mild electrical pulses – similar to static electricity. This part shows if your nerves are communicating properly.
Next, a thin needle electrode is inserted into specific muscles to measure their electrical activity. While this sounds uncomfortable, most patients describe it as similar to getting blood drawn. The needle detects whether your muscles are responding normally to nerve signals.
Throughout the test, you’ll see the results on a monitor and hear the electrical activity through speakers. We explain what we’re finding as we go, so you understand what’s happening in real time.
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Your EMG testing includes both electromyography and nerve conduction velocity (NCV) studies for a complete picture of your nerve and muscle function. This comprehensive approach catches problems that single tests might miss.
The testing can diagnose conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, herniated disc nerve compression, peripheral neuropathy, muscle disorders, and pinched nerves throughout your body. You’ll receive detailed results that show exactly which nerves or muscles are affected and how severely.
Most insurance plans cover EMG testing when medically necessary, and the results are immediately available to share with your referring physician or specialist. This means faster treatment decisions and no waiting weeks for answers about your condition.
