EMG Testing Orlando | Nerve Testing & Diagnostic StudiesBoard Certified Physicians at MD Diagnostic Specialists provides with EMG procedures in Orlando which is a neurodiagnostic test used to assess the health and function of the muscles and the nerves that control the muscles. Call us at (407) 644-0101 if you are looking for EMG testing in Orlando.

EMG Procedures

An EMG is a diagnostic study of the nerve and muscles. This procedure assists in making a diagnosis to determine the cause of your symptoms. This test finds the real cause of your pain.

The EMG is actually two tests in one.

The first part is the Nerve Condition Velocity Test (NCV). The NCV tests the speed of the nerve impulse as it travels down the nerve. The NCV test evaluates the health of the nerve.

The information received identifies a problem area within the nerve and/or muscle. The NCV is the most helpful test for diagnosing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and most other nerve related pain.

The second part of the test is the Electromyography (EMG). This test evaluates a specific muscle function. If there is nerve irritation, or a disorder that affects the muscle, this test will discover why you have pain.

Is there anything I need to do prior to the procedure?

Notify the physician prior to the procedure if you are taking any blood thinners or have any active infections.

Preparation instructions for nerve conduction studies/EMG:

1. Let the technologist know if you have any implanted device such as a pacemaker or a defibrillator.
2. Shower or bathe with warm water the day of testing.
3. Do not use lotion, oil, hair spray, gel or powder after you shower or bathe on day of testing.
4. Wear loose clothing; shorts are preferred if low back/leg symptoms, but you may be asked to wear a gown.
5. You can eat, drink, and take your medications as normal the day of the testing.
6. Test requires approximately one hour, depending on the areas being tested. You will be able to take toilet breaks, etc, as you desire.
7. After the test is completed, you can continue all your normal daily activities.