Have you ever felt tingling, numbness, or unexplained muscle weakness and wondered what’s happening? These symptoms can be frustrating, especially when they don’t have an apparent cause.
Electrodiagnostic medicine can help figure out why these symptoms are happening.
At Neurology Diagnostics, Inc., in Dayton, Ohio, Joel Vandersluis, MD, and our team use electrodiagnostic testing to diagnose conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, neuropathy, and other nerve-related disorders.
If you’re experiencing unusual sensations or muscle weakness, these tests might provide the answers you’ve sought.
Electrodiagnostic medicine involves two main tests:
Have you ever had that “pins and needles” feeling? This test helps measure how well your nerves send electrical signals. Our team places small electrodes on your skin while a mild electrical pulse travels through the nerve. If the signal is slow or weak, it could mean there’s nerve damage.
This test looks at how your muscles and nerves communicate. We insert a tiny needle electrode into the muscle to record its electrical activity. If the signals aren’t working as they should, it could point to a nerve or muscle disorder.
The tests work together to help us understand what’s causing your symptoms, from nerve compression to muscle issues.
Not every ache or tingle means you need testing, but you might consider it if you experience persistent symptoms like:
Our team uses EMG and nerve conduction studies to help diagnose conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy (often linked to diabetes), radiculopathy (nerve irritation from spinal issues), and more serious disorders like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Electrodiagnostic medicine tests are quick and generally well tolerated. NCS feels like a series of small electrical pulses or vibrations on your skin.
While EMG involves a tiny needle, most people report a slight pinch that’s more uncomfortable than painful. The whole process usually takes between 30-60 minutes. You can go about your day afterward like normal.
If you’ve been dealing with unexplained numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness, electrodiagnostic testing could give you the clarity you need.
At Neurology Diagnostics, Inc., we specialize in getting to the root of nerve and muscle issues so you can proceed with the proper treatment.
Call our office today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.
