EMG and NCV Testing
EMG and NCV Testing
Lifespan offers EMG and NCV testing services to help our consultants accurately diagnose sports injuries and tailor a personalized treatment and rehabilitation program accordingly. These are specialized medical procedures used to assess the health and functionality of muscles and nerves within the human body.
EMG and NCV tests are invaluable tools for diagnosing a wide range of neuromuscular and neurological conditions.
What is EMG (Electromyography)?
EMG is a diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity within muscles. It helps identify muscle disorders, nerve compression, or other issues that might affect muscle function.
What is Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV)?
NCV testing involves the measurement of the speed at which electrical impulses travel along nerves. It helps in determining if there are issues with the nerve’s ability to transmit electrical signals, such as compression or damage.
Why are EMG and NCV Tests Important?
Muscle Disorders
EMG can detect problems with muscle function. It helps diagnose conditions like muscular dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, and muscle inflammation (myositis).
Nerve Disorders
NCV testing is vital for identifying conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, cervical radiculopathy, thoracic outlet syndrome, ulnar neuropathy, and nerve injuries.
Accurate Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
EMG and NCV testing works by measuring the electrical activity of muscles and the speed of nerve impulses to help identify abnormalities. This also helps in treatment planning.
Neuromuscular Disorders
EMG and NCV have proven useful in the diagnosis and monitoring of several neuromuscular disorders.
Guiding Treatment
Accurate diagnosis through EMG and NCV can help healthcare providers develop effective treatment plans, whether it’s physical therapy or medication.
Severity Assessment
They provide information about the severity of nerve or muscle damage, assisting in treatment planning and monitoring progression.
EMG and NCV Testing at Lifespan
At Lifespan, we offer EMG and NCV testing to provide comprehensive insights into your neuromuscular health. These tests are performed by highly skilled specialists using cutting-edge technology, allowing us to assess the functioning of your muscles and nerves with precision.
With the results of these tests, our consultants can develop personalized treatment and rehabilitation programs to help you regain optimal neuromuscular function and get back to a life of movement, comfort, and vitality.
