EMG & Nerve Conduction Studies

⭐ Accuracy Is the First Step Toward Proper Treatment

What Are Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) and Electromyography (EMG)?

Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) and Electromyography (EMG) are among the most important diagnostic tools used to evaluate the function of peripheral nerves, spinal nerve roots, and muscles.

These tests help determine whether your symptoms are caused by a peripheral nerve, a muscle disorder, a spinal issue, or nerve root compression within the spinal canal.

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⭐ Why Are NCS and EMG Essential?

Because many symptoms appear similar, while the actual cause may be completely different:

• Hand numbness may come from the cervical spine, carpal tunnel, nerve entrapment along its pathway, or peripheral neuritis.

• Leg pain may result from sciatica, muscle strain, or nerve root compression from a herniated disc.

• Muscle weakness may be due to a disc compressing the nerve, inflammatory muscle disease, neuropathy, or a muscular autoimmune condition.

This is exactly where NCS and EMG make the difference — they reveal the true underlying cause with high precision.

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⭐ Advantages of NCS/EMG at Our Center

1. Performed by a Specialized Physician — Not a Technician

Accurate nerve testing requires advanced expertise in: Selecting the correct nerves and muscles to test, reading and interpreting electrical signals, and correlating findings with clinical symptoms.

At our center, all studies are performed exclusively by a specialist physician in EMG and neuromuscular diseases, ensuring the highest level of accuracy.

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2. We Never Perform “NCS Only” — A Complete EMG Study Is Always Included

Relying on NCS alone is not enough. A complete EMG provides essential information:

• Presence of inflammation or irritation in spinal nerve roots

• Denervation changes or abnormal muscle activity

• Whether the condition is acute or chronic

NCS + EMG together represent the gold standard for accurate diagnosis.

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3. We Use Ultrasound Guidance When Needed

This advanced feature is not available in most clinics. Ultrasound guidance helps:

• Target deep or small muscles with high precision

• Ensure the needle reaches the exact muscle being tested

• Increase procedural safety

• Identify tendon or muscle problems that may mimic nerve disorders

Clinical examination + Ultrasound + NCS/EMG = near-complete diagnostic accuracy.

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4. We Use EMG/NCS to Confirm Herniated Disc Cases

Not every disc bulge seen on MRI causes real nerve compression. And not every painful condition appears clearly on MRI.

NCS/EMG clarifies:

• Which nerve roots are truly affected

• The severity of nerve damage

• Presence of denervation

• Whether the patient will respond to physiotherapy

• Whether injections or radiofrequency are needed

• If surgery is necessary or avoidable

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⭐ When Do We Recommend NCS/EMG?

• Numbness, tingling, burning, electric sensations

• Pain radiating from the neck or lower back to the limbs

• Suspected herniated disc

• Nerve entrapment in upper or lower limbs

• Muscle weakness or atrophy

• Unexplained pain despite normal imaging

• Before any nerve root or spinal injection

• Before considering surgery

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⭐ Why Choose Our Center?

Because we provide:

✔ High diagnostic accuracy

✔ Combined evaluation using clinical exam + ultrasound + NCS/EMG

✔ Detailed, easy-to-understand written reports

✔ Treatment plans based on the root cause of the problem

✔ Extensive experience with disc disease, neuropathies, nerve entrapments, and muscle disorders

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⭐ Conclusion

“Accurate diagnosis is the beginning of proper treatment.”

That’s why we never start physiotherapy, injections, radiofrequency procedures, or even medications until we confirm the exact cause of your symptoms through a full NCS/EMG evaluation.

If you have numbness, radiating pain, muscle weakness, or unclear MRI findings… Our comprehensive nerve and muscle testing will guide you to the correct diagnosis and the best treatment plan.