Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies
What are Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies?
Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS) evaluate the integrity and functioning of the peripheral nervous system.
- An electromyography (EMG) is a test that assesses the health of the muscles.
- A nerve conduction study (NCS) assesses the nerves controlling the muscles and the junction between a nerve and a muscle.
We provide diagnostic testing on patients of all ages in the form of:
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Nerve conductions studies (NCS) - motor, sensory and repetitive stimulation
Symptoms
Some of the symptoms referred for EMG and NCS include muscle weakness, muscle atrophy, pain, numbness and tingling.
Diagnoses
Some of the diagnoses referred for EMG and NCS include radiculopathies, myopathies and neuropathies.
Our Locations and Services
EMG/NCS Laboratory at UW Hospital and Clinics
- Our Services
- Appointments: (608) 263-7247
- Location: H5/6, UW Hospital and Clinics | Wayfinding
EMG/NCS Services at 20 S. Park Clinic
- Appointments: (608) 287-2090
- Location: 20 S. Park Clinic