Dr. HMar 19, 20195 minAcute Versus Chronic RadiculopathyEMG diagnosis of radiculopathy is based on Abnormal “insertional activity”: positive waves and fibrillations are seen in response to...
Dr. HMar 19, 201912 minThe Benefits of EMG/NCV Testing in a Pain Clinic SettingI had a recent conversation with a physician asking why EMG/NCV should be ordered on most patients presenting to a chronic pain practice....
Dr. HMar 19, 20193 minReferral Guidelines for Electrodiagnostic EvaluationsI have summarized guidelines for when to refer patients for nerve conduction studies (NCS) and EMG based on standards established by the...
Dr. HMar 19, 20193 minEvidence-Based Guidelines for Treatment of Carpal Tunnel SyndromeNerve conduction studies and EMG are often used as the gold standard in diagnosing CTS and differentiating CTS from cervical...
Dr. HMar 19, 20192 minWhat is an EMG?An EMG is an electrical test of peripheral nerves and skeletal muscle. By convention EMG refers to both the nerve test (NCV) and the...