Pinpoint the real source of your nerve pain.
Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies from Dr. Menon give an accurate, objective diagnosis of nerve and muscle disorders. This in-office test identifies the exact source of your numbness, tingling, weakness, and nerve pain, so your treatment can target the real problem.
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Dr. Sujoy Menon, MDInterventional RadiologyPersistent nerve pain, numbness, and unexplained weakness usually have a specific, identifiable cause. An electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction study pinpoints exactly where nerve or muscle function has broken down, whether you are dealing with back and leg pain, a suspected pinched nerve, or carpal tunnel syndrome. It is the same objective nerve testing used as a carpal tunnel test and a pinched nerve test.
When muscle strength progressively declines without clear cause, EMG testing can pinpoint whether the problem originates from nerve damage, muscle disease, or neuromuscular junction disorders, guiding targeted treatment approaches.
Chronic nerve pain conditions like peripheral neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and radiculopathy require precise diagnosis to determine the exact location and severity of nerve damage for optimal treatment planning.
Following workplace injuries, accidents, or surgical procedures, EMG studies provide objective documentation of nerve and muscle function, essential for treatment monitoring, disability evaluation, and legal documentation.
An electrodiagnostic evaluation often combines a nerve conduction study (NCS, also called an NCV test) with needle electromyography (EMG). The tests assess nerve signaling and muscle electrical activity to help your physician investigate symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or weakness. Results are interpreted alongside your examination and medical history.
For an independent overview of the tests, preparation, and risks, see the MedlinePlus patient guide to EMG and nerve conduction studies.
A complete EMG/NCS combines a nerve conduction study with needle electromyography. The nerve conduction study checks how well signals travel along your nerves, while the EMG records how your muscles respond, giving a full read on nerve and muscle function.
Small electrodes are placed on your skin to measure how quickly and completely electrical impulses travel through your nerves. This painless test reveals nerve damage, compression, or dysfunction by measuring conduction velocities and signal strength, providing crucial information about peripheral nerve health.
Thin needle electrodes are inserted into specific muscles to record their electrical activity at rest and during contraction. While there may be brief discomfort during insertion, most patients tolerate the procedure well. This test reveals muscle diseases, nerve-muscle connection problems, and the extent of nerve damage affecting muscle function.
Dr. Menon reviews the electrical patterns as the study proceeds and analyzes your results right away. Most patients can discuss their findings and next steps the same day, with a detailed report provided immediately.
Precise, in-office nerve and muscle testing from board-certified specialists, focused on getting you an accurate answer.
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Dr. Menon will review your medical history, current symptoms, and perform a physical examination to determine if EMG testing is appropriate for your condition and which specific nerves and muscles need evaluation.
You'll receive specific instructions regarding any medications that may need to be temporarily discontinued. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, so you'll need to arrange for someone to drive you home afterward if sedation is used.
You'll be positioned comfortably while surface electrodes measure nerve conduction, followed by thin needle electrodes that record muscle activity. The testing is thorough but well-tolerated, with most patients experiencing only mild discomfort during needle insertion.
After the testing, you'll rest briefly while Dr. Menon analyzes your results. Most patients can discuss their findings and treatment options the same day, with detailed reports provided immediately.
Dr. Menon will discuss your test results in detail and may recommend additional treatments such as physical therapy, medications, or follow-up testing to monitor your progress and optimize long-term outcomes.
Pinpoint the exact source of nerve and muscle problems with precise electrical measurements, eliminating guesswork and enabling targeted treatment approaches.
Precise diagnosis reduces trial-and-error prescribing, potentially decreasing reliance on pain medications and their associated side effects.
Identify nerve damage and muscle disorders in their earliest stages, often before symptoms become severe, allowing for more effective intervention.
Objective results guide personalized treatment plans, helping doctors choose the most effective therapies and monitor your progress over time.
Most EMG studies are completed within 60 minutes, with results available immediately to discuss treatment options and next steps.
We check your benefits before the study and tell you your out-of-pocket cost up front, so the test is never a financial surprise.
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, trained at SUNY Downstate and NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell. She specializes in musculoskeletal pain, sports medicine, and regenerative treatments, from ultrasound-guided injections to electrodiagnostic (EMG) testing.
Interventional Radiology
Board-certified Interventional Radiologist, trained at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson and Beth Israel - Mount Sinai. He specializes in image-guided joint treatments and complex spinal and vascular interventions, and is affiliated with multiple NJ hospitals.
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What EMG testing costs depends on your specific insurance plan and whether the study is medically necessary for your symptoms. Medicare is accepted directly. For every other insurer, our team verifies your benefits for free before your appointment and handles the paperwork, so you know your real out-of-pocket cost before the test is scheduled.
If you are paying without insurance, we offer flexible payment options and explain the cost plainly up front. The simplest first step is to request a 10-minute call or have us verify your benefits, so you know exactly where you stand before you commit.
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