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An electromyography (EMG) is a diagnostic procedure that records the electrical activity produced by the skeletal muscle to evaluate the function of nerves and muscles.
This test is used to diagnose neuromuscular disorders (conditions that affect the muscles or their nervous systems).
An EMG is frequently done together with a nerve conduction study (NCS). The NCS is used to detect nerve damage, which can lead to pain, tingling, or weakness in your muscles.
The results of these tests will help your doctor determine whether your condition is a muscular issue or a nerve issue.
Electromyography is based on the principle that nerve cells transmit small electrical signals from the brain to the muscles telling them to contract.
It consists of two tests: needle EMG and nerve conduction study.
A needle EMG measures how well your muscles respond to the electrical signals.
During a needle EMG:
A nerve conduction study assesses the speed and strength of electrical activity in the nerves.
During a nerve conduction study:
An electromyography is commonly performed if an examination suggests impaired muscle strength.
An EMG will help determine if muscle weakness is due to an injury of a nerve attached to the muscle, or if the weakness is caused by an underlying neurological disorder.
EMG and NCS testing can be done for conditions and procedures such as:
Electromyography is a generally safe procedure and complications are rare.
Some uncommon but possible side effects of the procedure are:
Based in Singapore, Parkway East Hospital's expert healthcare professionals are here to guide you through the entire treatment and recovery process for neuromuscular conditions. We design treatment plans customised for your specific needs, with a goal of helping your restore function, mobility and independence.
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