Nerve Conduction and Needle EMG Testing

[@brucejunboxing]

Having nerve issues is the worst thing, it's a struggle in getting heard! 😒 I hope anyone having to undergo this gets the answers and help they need. Peace and love x x x

[@jeffcarlson911]

Been suffering almost two years and doctors can't figure it out or are just dismissing me, since it's a work injury. I have been doing my own research and I think the EMG will give me some answers! You really have to fight to get anywhere with some of these medical professionals.

[@AnkitPatel-lo2nz]

​@@jeffcarlson911I have similar situation like you my doctor schedule EMG next year I am little bit scared as I need to face all of this at the age of 30.

[@thebighomieblue]

@@AnkitPatel-lo2nzi’m 26, just did my second emg (afraid of needles w a full sleeve. don’t ask me how lmao) but i will say the nerve pain is 1000x worse than the emg. i wish you good luck in this journey

[@rcharles8434]

@@jeffcarlson911 Same for me as well. A colleage hit me with a steel container in my elbow at work and i've been having nerve issues for almost 6 months now. Did you get answers after the EMG?

[@Ojeramup12]

What do you mean "getting heard" ?

[@chadhughes2711]

I had this done today and just want to let anyone who’s nervous to know it’s really not that bad at all. I had my hand all the way up to my neck tested. The shock feels weird. A little uncomfortable but doesn’t hurt at all. The needles I was worried about and man….super tiny needle you really don’t hardly feel it. Test was a breeze

[@cassieturner5280]

Thank you for this. I get mine done today from the arm to the neck. You made me feel a little comfortable.

[@mystical_enchantress26]

If you don't want to answer, I completely understand, as it may be taken as a personal question. What ailments do you suffer? It was suggested to get these tests done as I have carpal tunnel. I was just wondering, as I have more questions, if it is cts.

[@Dreengirl]

I have to have them done June 6th and I'm really nervous about it. Some say it's really painful. Even the receptionist said it was. SoI don't know what to think.

[@cassiet4596]

@Dreen it's really not that bad. It will make you jump the for the first time because you're not used to it, but after a while, it's not too bad. A small jolt

[@Dreengirl]

@@cassiet4596 ... thanks. I guess I'll find out in June.

[@bellabanuelos1611]

I love how he explains everything ❤️

[@bethanyschmitz4246]

Thank you for this video. It gives a very clear example of what to expect for an EMG test. The doctor or technician in this video was great to his patient in explaining everything that was going on and what to expect during the entire process.

[@sallyshipwreck4315]

I had this test a couple of months ago and nothing was explained. He also did not measure anything. Recent follow up I asked questions about the test and he acted insulted. I'm totally sick of doctors. Thank you for explaining.

[@godandjesusandlove9139]

Amen

[@rans0101]

Doctors are the worst nowadays

[@sexysexy1]

I agree about being sick of doctors. They will mess you up and make things worst than what they was. Definitely have to be your own advocate.

[@kunalmahajan22g]

Yes it was here in India, they didnt do the test the way it is shown in this video, although all their equipments were latest

[@JMR951]

Yeah doctors have changed for the worst. No communication or professionalism. Sickening

[@UnicornQueenJillyBean]

Having this test done later today & I was curious about what to expect. Thank you!

[@jankeunens4634]

How long did the test take?

[@billiot425olds]

@@jankeunens4634 It took me about 15 to 20 minutes

[@dorate100]

@@billiot425olds how bad was it i'm going tomorrow really nurvous

[@billiot425olds]

@Bri Burrouws Not too bad at least for me.

[@OldLadyRocker]

I've had 4 of these now, for carpal tunnel, sciatica & other nerve impulses in my legs. If the doctor is skilled, they are minimally uncomfortable. Easy peasy!

[@janeshipley6993]

i had it done this week, and i was really scared beforehand. turns out it was absolutely no big deal. i hardly felt it. good luck to you all!

[@ph00n0]

dad?

[@ebonylamb4871]

I'll be having one done in the next week. I had one done many years ago but forgot what happened....this video reminded me.

[@Saddletramp55]

Carpal test !! OMG it hurt so bad ! Jesus. The shocks were horrible. Wow.

[@brendajoyce3235]

I just had this done yesterday. And for me, I wasn't able to lay as still as she is..thought it was very uncomfortable, like it's not an intolerable pain. When he would do the shock instrument, it starts at low and then it goes higher making your arm move ( raise)w/ uncomfortable feeling. they did that in four different spots on my lower arm. It was for carpal tunnel. And then the needle part didn't hurt being inserted. It just felt really uncomfortable, a little pain when they ask you to move your muscle while the needles in there.

[@Sebilion12]

Thank you for this video! It makes me feel a little bit better. I am having this test done later today! I hate needles, let's hope I won't make a scene like a baby 😅

[@elainer8288]

What a great doctor! What an angel! I wish I could do my exam with him. ❤

[@pam81161]

This was an extremely helpful video because it shows exactly what the dr/technician does and how the patient reacts. My conductivity and EMG testing was only uncomfortable when the shocks got intense and when I had to push hard against the doctor's hand with the needle in my upper arm muscle.

[@XxŁucîdÐëĉøyxX]

I had this done today and was painless

[@jflsdknf]

Wasn't bad at all. The shocks just feel like rubber bands being snapped on your skin but you get used to it pretty fast. The needles are uncomfortable but just breathe when they go in and it's very tolerable. I wouldn't have a problem doing it again if I had to. I've had dry needling done before which was a lot worse.

[@Darla777inhisname]

I have one tomorrow, thank you for your explanation 🙏

[@Susan-z4h]

I had a EMG done today on my fingers and fore arm . I told them that i was really uncomfortable and nervous about this test . I have to say , the test was not all bad . They explained everything they had to do from start to finish . Only thing that hurt a little was the shocking of the nerves . The needles they used , I told them to put them in fast , i so surprised they didn't even hurt much.

[@playersuprem]

Nothing to fear no pain at all relax.I did my neck and arm no pain at all at any point.It was fast you don't see needle if you don't wish.No pain now after.Dry needling is much worse than this.Pain o/ 10 People writing here probably have phobias of needles because to me this was nothing I was so stressed for absolutely no reason.

[@blynthiathomas7892]

Thanks for this video... Having this done March 26...

[@jenn23love]

Can the EMG test alone cause any potential harm or is there any risk in the test alone?

[@nadirahtherealtor5173]

Great question!

[@dpavlak153]

There is no known side effects from EMG testing if done properly. The worst I can happen is minor bruising from the needles.

[@qwerty12343839]

I had one on my legs and was told that it would be minor pain and no after effects. LIARS!!! It was HORRIBLY painful during the procedure and I have lingering pain and nerve fluttering (they said the test was normal, so this is not the response of neural disfunction). Had they been honest with me about the potential pain and after effects, I NEVER would have gone thru with it!!!

[@PNWStuff]

I had one scheduled this morning for my right leg. It keeps having bad electric shocks. My PT said this test is NOT for random nasty electric shocks. It is for loss of sensation, loss of muscle strength, tingling or constant pain. I wrote the neurologist about that last week and was told they don’t care about symptoms. They just do tests there. Very curt. I went in this morning terrified of them adding electricity to a leg that already suffers awful electrical shocks. The nurse came out and told me they won’t be doing me because the receptionist said I was have anxiety about the procedure. I told her I do because my issue is nasty shocks that make me scream out when they hit as if I had run into a Hotwire fence and I can’t imagine ADDING shocks to that nerve area. She told me they won’t do the test because I have to be calm. It won’t work unless I am. She said they will tell the ordering doctor that “it was intolerable” for me. Reading your post, erased all the doubts that plagued me all day. Thank you for sharing.

[@Pete_YNWA]

does this test nerves throughout the body or just arm?

[@jameskelleher4281]

Make sure you eat before the EMG! I nearly passed out from it 😅

[@Lisa.Soares]

Had this done this week. It was tolerable but I had way more shocks on each point. Felt like 2 or 3 test shocks then she said ok now 8 in a row and each got more uncomfortable. The needle moving around is something I've always disliked so that was extra sucky. The Thumb palm point was the most uncomfortably painful and to move against him with it in my palm was probably the worst. Then knowing u had to do the same on the other side not fun. It's not the worst thing, its tolerable but definitely was ready to get out of there. So I'd say between both arms they shocked 15 different points with 5-12 shocks total at each point. The needle was 4 different points on each arm. I'd rather do the no needle set though because it seemed to hit the nerve directly with the needle. You all can do it tho

[@cowgirl9014]

I had this today for pain from lumbar foraminal stenosis, it wasn’t so bad, the pain is minimal. The shocks felt like someone flicking hard against my skin. I grunted a bit when he was shocking my feet as they are sensitive and my foot involuntarily reacted, but it wasn’t terrible, i experienced shocking at the chiropractor and it wasn’t different, just in different places. The needles weren’t so bad. It did cause a little bruising in some places and some muscular soreness, but nothing terrible

[@annhitchcock3093]

It was a little uncomfortable but it’s not very painful. Nothing to fear.

[@jackelegoog693]

So based on this can you not measure AP on sensory nerve to see if physical "pain" signals are being sent to brain?

[@iam.masoudsamimi]

My doctor was horribly clumsy terribly with the tools handling along with her fresh entry medical student. I ended up with about 73 needle holes and high ampere shocks. The doctor skill and expertise seriously count in the Needle EMG test. My bad luck i guess. 😮

[@mustakahmedpaplu4722]

Sir, from Bangladesh, I am a brainstroke patient, age 46, on medication, my left leg vein gets pulled sometimes, difficulty in walking, leg feels tight or heavy, I have seen Sri Ram Sharma sir (Neurology) thrice. Head of Department, Nigrim Hospital, Shillong) Now, how to make an appointment with you and how much is the cost? I will be grateful if you can tell me that I am suffering from *Peripheral Nerve Disorders* and *Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis*, what do we normal people do? How to show?

[@andrewrood9200]

does this rule out carpal tunnel syndrome as ive been told i have it and ive got to get a test

[@sexysexy1]

If you have been told you have it, you definitely don't need to take that unnecessary test. Unless your symptoms are severe and you're planning on getting surgery. But for mild to moderate Carpal tunnel, just wear a splint at night and look on KZbin for hand exercises for Carpal tunnel. Good luck!

[@natashamaddux8105]

My neurologist told me that if my medication doesn't help with my headache he'll do a nerve test on my neck is it safe? Is it dangerous?

[@legorockstar2000]

I got this done and it didn’t hurt except when they put the needle in my thumb area. That hurt SO BAD and I have to get another one which makes me nervous. It wasn’t too painful but definitely hurt

[@sexysexy1]

Most definitely must have a trained and knowledgeable medical professional doing the test because those test comes with risks.

[@patrickphilip777]

I had both my legs tested and it did not hurt one bit. The shocks felt like nothing and all I noticed was my foot would lift up when I was zapped. The needle test was painless too but I never feel needles when poked for a vaccine etc. If you can handle a vaccine or a static zap on a doorknob then you will be fine. 0/10 pain

[@darktoadone5068]

I have this test on Oct 31 at the VA medical center, my left leg has been giving me trouble. Do they test my leg only or other parts of my body also?

[@dlg_solus5460]

How was it? I'm having trouble in my left leg as well and I now need to get this done.

[@darktoadone5068]

@@dlg_solus5460 Sorry they called and rescheduled me for November 21st.

[@rans0101]

​@@darktoadone5068 any updates?

[@guiltygucci21]

I had this done today and it was a bit odd and uncomfortable, specifically the needle between my thumb and wrist. Also, i had to undress completely but my underwear which was odd

[@annap1191]

Can you diagnose spinal accessory nerve entrapment?

[@ashleighskillen1228]

Im getting done n my leg few weeks is it ok expect to mske me jump a bit 😅

[@13KcMagicGirl13]

This is extremely painful I am still traumatized. Didn’t make it through the study.

[@hay_Z2021]

Same, I literally cried 😭

[@XxŁucîdÐëĉøyxX]

My palm itches from where the dr poked me, thats about it lol no pain

[@lisaharrison7691]

This guy is hands down the most rude and unprofessional person. My daughter had an appointment with him for assessment of a hand injury. He spent his time fluffing his own feathers and degrading not only my daughter but other healthcare professionals as well. I have worked in this industry as a medical professional for many years and have NEVER and I repeat NEVER have seen anyone write a medical note so unprofessionally. When you start an appointment asking your patient what the doctors at Man’s Greatest Hospital (better known as world reknown MGH or Massachusetts General Hospital) had to say, you know this is a man with a chip on his shoulders. You tell me what so called doctor puts in a patients medical record how many EMG’s he has done, how he has seen dozens of posterior interosseous nerve syndrome and her symptoms look nothing like this at all. He then proceeded to tell her that she did not have Thoracic Outlook Syndrome (this was not an appointment disprove whether or not she had TOS). So, what he got out of my daughter was that the neurologist at MGH briefly mentioned MS but that he didn’t think she had this. He then immediately jumped on that bandwagon, didn’t think for himself and just immediately stated to her that she had an atypical presentation of MS. I would not recommend this guy to anyone. I’m actually disgusted and stunned at what he put in her medical record.

[@SpecMedGrp]

Lisa, we appreciate your feedback. We strive to make each patient’s visit a positive experience. If you’d like to discuss your concerns in further detail, please forward your name and contact information to [e-mail]. Thank you, Heather

[@tracyportersr]

What class ring are you wearing?

[@chrystalwhite1397]

I have a gear of needles and feel every time I get poked every time I get I blood work done no matter the size of the needle.

[@hay_Z2021]

I had one done today, it hurt so bad it was awful, anyone with eds like me, just wanna put out that disclaimer, proceed this test with caution,

[@amberayotte1235]

I have been struggling with doctors about there being something wrong because out of the blue 35 years old I started having seizures. So many hospital trips so many doctors neurologist acting like there psychological, psychiatrist say no its not and heart doctor demanding this test because the lack of blood flow through my neck

[@ofearthseasky]

If you took the j @ b you may want to look into that more.

[@lienhiwatari1015]

I had this done on my arms, legs and lower back. It was a very bad experience for me. The worst part was the needles on my lower back. It stills hurts and nothing seems to help(lying down, sitting, standing). Anyone know what that could mean? The technicians doing the job didn’t seem to care 😢

[@danniixface]

I don't get why you're saying needles when it's just one small Needle over and over 😢 just had it done today.

[@Swindy1794]

And that’s definitely not it.. just had one of those test done about an hour ago … I was in there for 45 minutes, my evaluation of this procedure was it’s not very pleasant but it’s very tolerable, more annoying than anything… this test was for carpal tunnel syndrome

[@nickscarter9609]

The DR. Hit me the first time with a shock that raised both my feet off the table 2 feet , not for me !

[@thepennychannel6718]

Not two feet off the table😂. Not funny I just imagined it as you said it so descriptively 😮 I have to have this test done soon. Thanks for your comment😊

[@leilanialvarez772]

I have a fx thumb that has not healed. The ortho dr justed ordered me the test. I'm Scared

[@josweet3715]

How was it?

[@DB-qz7se]

What is the problem with ur thumb, numbness?

[@EleanorNeville618]

I have what they assume is cubital tunnel syndrome. The intermittent stabs of pain are fearful, like a hot electric needle up the side of my hand. When the doctor offered this type of test to me to investigate further, I assumed it would cause the same type of pain, the hot electric needle jabbing. The woman in this video could not be experiencing that kind of pain or she would be flinching at the very least, and probably jumping or crying out. So my question: does it really not hurt, and only cause discomfort? Would it be the same in my case? Thank you for this video. It gives me hope I could get through the procedures after all

[@Oceanskye11]

Everyone experiences pain differently. I have had this done twice in my life. The 1st time, 11 yrs ago, an elderly doctor did it & I felt like I was being electrocuted & it was severely painful! He didn’t explain anything & told me to stop it (I was wincing in pain & making “ouch” sounds after every shock). Then had to get the same test again this week (testing for Carpal Tunnel in both hands & Ulnar Nerve damage in both). But this time, I told Dr the only way I’ll take this test again is if he gives me a Valium because I had bad anxiety abt taking test! He approved & said it would not affect the test results. Took the pill 2 hours prior to test & it was a godsend!! Also, the Dr performing test was a sweetheart. Told her I had anxiety & she explained everything. She let me know when the shock was coming or needle was going in. To be honest, it wasn’t that bad this time at all!!! 😀 I really think the old Dr I had on 1st test was giving me too much & high of a shock before! Glad I had the test now, I have severe CT & Ulnar nerve issue in both arms/hands. Surgeries coming up soon & they give you a local now, don’t need general anesthesia which I’m happy about. I’ll be taking a Valium on surgery days too! Hey, that’s what benzodiazepines were designed for-temporary or emergency use. Wishing you the best 💝

[@EleanorNeville618]

@@Oceanskye11 Thank you so much for this kind, generous and helpful reply! This was just the help I was seeking. I hope your surgeries are a success, kind person!

[@joshuamccaulley7040]

That's what I'm wondering. Mine is a cubital issue causing numbness from the median nerve and nobody can figure it out. So we're trying an EMG and I feel this is going to get nowhere also. Nueropathy is nuts.

[@sexysexy1]

If you know what you have and not planning on getting surgery, I wouldn't take the test cause some doctors make things worst than what they are.

[@XxŁucîdÐëĉøyxX]

I just had this done today, I had no pain at all. A little weird when they do the shocking thing but not back. Feel like a relax test is all and the needles like a small pinch, some I didn't even feel. I had both hands up to my elbows done.

[@bajablaster1]

My left leg hurt when my doctor poked the top, it was making so many loud noises too I couldn’t even hear him

[@soldiersam7424]

I'm 60 years old and had this done today. The needle test was the most painful procedure I've ever experienced and I have a high tolerance for pain. I almost tapped out and stopped the rest of the test. I will refuse doing another.

[@Ellie-may-fr7ug]

i had this done to me on monday 24 june and they said i have nerve damage in my left hand,elbow or arm

[@DB-qz7se]

What kind of damage, do you have numbness in thumb

[@Ellie-may-fr7ug]

@@DB-qz7se ye and all up my arm to my sholder

[@chicagosunshine5571]

Try doing a 75 minute conduction test.

[@dorate100]

i'm going tomororw for my right leg i'm really nurvous 😢

[@MrAclaudel]

No gloves? No cleaning of the skin prior to needle insertion? Hmmmm….

[@AmandaNauert]

I don’t know how people say the needle doesn’t hurt. I had to stop after 3 pokes. I was dripping blood. The NCS was fine. The EMG? Never again

[@samkitty5894]

I had this done twice on my legs and feet. First time it was painful, but tolerable. Second time it was beyond horrible, for the needle part. Electro chocks part was OK. Seeing that needle stuck all the way in my muscles with doctor asking me to press against it was like being tortured during Medieval times. My legs and feet are bruised and hurting.

[@danniixface]

How are you now?

[@samkitty5894]

Recovering slowly... not giving up. @@danniixface

[@aleezashafiq8]

I am terrified now😆

[@samkitty5894]

@@aleezashafiq8 I knew it was going to be rough. My PCP told me to bring along a box of tissues.

[@aleezashafiq8]

@@samkitty5894 did you have more than one session? I have my first session on Monday, and I don’t know what to expect.

[@steffyscarpechi5864]

damn after reading most of these comments I don;t want to go to my appt Dec 7th :(

[@gregnewell4924]

How did it go for you? 😢

[@MaryFowler-y2u]

This test is very painful if done by an inexperienced person! The dr that did mine had the machine way too high

[@vegangrepresent4140]

He didn't alcohol wipe?

[@mustang8206]

Skin wasn't broken

[@samkitty5894]

No gloves either...

[@lindacalabro9462]

Going to have my Emg in late November.

[@virginiajordan6508]

I’m terrified

[@LongmanJoyce]

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[@petersesykesfera6686]

011 Wilkinson Junctions

[@NahiduddinBapary]

This painfull

[@CinnamonIceCubes]

I'm getting them both done here in 1 hour. I'm actually scared to walk in 🥴

[@dennismarshel7040]

I'm getting it done next week 😢

[@dennismarshel7040]

Hopefully things went well for you

[@CinnamonIceCubes]

@@dennismarshel7040 You'll be just fine. I was all worked up for NOTHING!!!! My dr was amazing. He was talking to me about whatever just to get my mind off of it. The shocking part wasn't painful just a weird feeling. The shots were definitely tolerable. My thumb hurt the worst. I got like 12 shots so just one hurt. I promise you'll be fine ✨🤍 Good luck ♥️ Let me know how you did....

[@CinnamonIceCubes]

​​@@dennismarshel7040I was all worked up for NOTHING!!! You'll be just fine. I promise. • The shocking part didn't hurt. It was just a weird feeling. • The shots were definitely tolerable. My thumb hurt the worst. So out of 12 shots only one hurt. Good luck ♥️ Let me know how you did ✨🤍

[@CinnamonIceCubes]

@@dennismarshel7040 I write the reply to you & it keeps vanishing. Let me know if you got this. I'll try it again...

[@jackfrancis4278]

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