Advanced electromyography testing that pinpoints exactly what’s causing your muscle weakness, numbness, or nerve pain.
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You’ve been dealing with unexplained tingling, muscle weakness, or that strange numbness that comes and goes. Your primary care doctor suspects a nerve issue, but you need answers—not more guessing.
EMG testing gives you those answers. This diagnostic procedure measures the electrical activity in your muscles and nerves, revealing exactly where the problem lies. Whether it’s carpal tunnel syndrome, pinched nerves, muscle disorders, or something else entirely, you’ll know for certain.
Once you have a clear diagnosis, you can move forward with targeted treatment instead of trying random therapies that may not address the root cause. No more wondering if your symptoms are “all in your head” or if they’ll get worse over time.
NY Spine Medicine has been serving the Morningside Heights community with specialized neurological care for years. We understand that living with unexplained neurological symptoms affects every aspect of your life—from work performance to sleep quality.
Our practice focuses exclusively on spine and nerve-related conditions, which means we see cases like yours regularly. We know the difference between various nerve disorders and use the most current diagnostic techniques to get accurate results.
Located conveniently in Morningside Heights, our clinic works with your existing healthcare team to ensure you receive comprehensive care without the runaround between multiple specialists.
Your EMG testing appointment typically takes 30-60 minutes and involves two main components. First, the nerve conduction study uses small electrical pulses to test how well your nerves transmit signals. You’ll feel brief, mild shocks—uncomfortable but not painful.
Next comes the electromyography portion, where thin needle electrodes are inserted into specific muscles to measure electrical activity. Most patients describe this as similar to getting blood drawn. The needles detect whether your muscles respond normally to nerve signals.
Throughout the test, you’ll hear clicking sounds and see wave patterns on a monitor—that’s your nerves and muscles “talking” to the equipment. Our neurologist explains what we’re seeing in real-time, so you understand what’s happening. Results are typically available immediately after the test, and you’ll discuss findings and next steps before you leave.
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Your EMG testing includes both nerve conduction studies and electromyography in a single appointment. Our comprehensive evaluation tests multiple nerve pathways and muscle groups to identify conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar neuropathy, radiculopathy, peripheral neuropathy, and various muscle disorders.
Our testing protocol is customized based on your specific symptoms and the areas of concern identified during your consultation. This targeted approach ensures you receive the most relevant diagnostic information without unnecessary testing.
You’ll receive a detailed report explaining the findings in plain language, along with recommendations for treatment options. We coordinate directly with your referring physician and can provide referrals to appropriate specialists if additional treatment is needed.
