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Identify Nerve Damage at the Source

If you’re experiencing unexplained numbness, tingling, weakness, or chronic pain, Electromyogram (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) studies can help pinpoint the cause and determine if there are nerve damage issues. At Jaffe Sports Medicine, we use these advanced diagnostic tools to evaluate nerve and muscle function – giving you and your provider the answers needed to guide effective treatment.

With locations in North Naples, Downtown Naples, and Cape Coral, we proudly serve patients across Collier and Lee Counties.

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What Are EMG & Nerve Conduction Studies?

EMG and NCV studies are diagnostic tests that measure the electrical activity of muscles and the speed of nerve signals in your body. These studies are often performed together to help diagnose a wide range of nerve and muscle disorders, including nerve compression, pinched nerves, and neuromuscular conditions.

These tests are used to help identify nerve damage and guide treatment plans. They are essential when symptoms such as pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling are present but the cause is unclear. EMG and NCV studies provide a detailed, objective look at how your nerves and muscles are functioning – often identifying conditions that imaging (like X-rays or MRIs) can’t detect on their own.

EMG and NCS are commonly used to evaluate or diagnose:

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Sciatica
  • Pinched Nerves or Nerve Root Injuries
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Muscle or Neuromuscular Disorders

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Electromyography (EMG)

During an EMG, a very thin needle electrode is inserted into specific muscles to measure the electrical activity at rest and during movement. This helps determine if the muscle is responding properly to nerve signals.

You may feel minor discomfort or pressure when the electrode is inserted, but the procedure is generally well-tolerated.

Typically 15–30 minutes, depending on how many muscles need to be tested.

Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Study

Small electrode patches are placed on your skin over nerves and muscles. A gentle electrical signal is sent through the nerve, and a machine records how fast and strong the nerve responds. This test measures how well your nerves are transmitting signals.

You may feel a brief tingling or mild shock-like sensation, but the test is very safe and well-tolerated.

20–45 minutes, depending on the number of nerves tested.

Is An EMG or NCV Study Right for You?

EMG and nerve conduction studies are recommended for patients who experience symptoms like tingling, burning, electric shock sensations, or unexplained weakness. If your symptoms haven’t improved with standard care – or if imaging has been inconclusive – these tests can be a valuable next step.

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Trust Jaffe Sports Medicine for Expert Nerve Testing

At Jaffe Sports Medicine, our physicians specialize in diagnostic testing and advanced pain management. By pinpointing the root cause of symptoms like numbness, tingling, and nerve pain, patients can receive targeted and effective care. We’ll use the results to build a targeted treatment plan designed just for you.

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