Hi I was just diagnosed with neuropathy in my wrist. I have to go for an emg which wont be for few weeks and I was wondering if anyone knew anything other than over the counter ibuprofen to take to ease the pain when I move it. Also anyone out there with neuropathy? And anyone gone for an emg...does it hurt?
2006-10-17 13:59:19 · 5 answers · asked by sun161821 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Hi,
While I must admit that I shy away from responding to medical-type questions....don't worry!!! :) Really.
It's a very small electrode that is used to measure the electical activity of where it hurts so that they can figure out what's wrong and how to treat it. There is Very little pain...more like a bit of discomfort. And remember, they're doing it in an attempt to help you so that you don't have to suffer with this any longer...hopefully! :)
Here's a quick summary of what happens (and why) for you...hope it helps to ease your mind but truly, don't worry about it hurting because it's a lot less than getting a needle for freezing at the dentist, if you've ever had that.
After placement of the electrodes, you may be asked to contract the muscle (for example, by bending your arm). The presence, size, and shape of the wave form -- the action potential -- produced on the oscilloscope provide information about the ability of the muscle to respond when the nerves are stimulated.
All the best and good luck!! :)
2006-10-17 14:05:32 · answer #1 · answered by s g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am diabetic and used to have a lot of trouble with neuropathy in my feet and my legs and the doctor put me on Neurontin,it helped so much and the doctor can go pretty high on the milligrams you take,I was on 900,I think you can go to 3,600 mg but you have to start at a low dose and gradually work up to a higher dose.I was on it for about 1 year,that has been about 7 -8 years ago and I have had no problems since,I keep my A1C in the good range.Remember what works for one may not work for another but it wouldn't hurt to talk to your doctor about it.Good luck.
2016-03-13 22:43:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the EMG will hurt. They insert a very small needle into the area, and then ask you to stimulate the muscle. Then they will move the needle around a little and it is quite painful at that point. Luckily, it doesn't last for more than a few seconds!! Good luck
2006-10-17 16:31:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a B50 complex daily and 300-600 mg of lipoic acid. Monavie juice sometimes helps with pain.
2006-10-17 15:17:56 · answer #4 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes i have lower lumbar due to a spinal fracture. the emg measures your reflex's with a electrical stimulation, no it doesn't hurt, you may experience a tightness in you muscles but not bad, the best thing over the counter for me is Advil, Tylenol also makes a good arthritis med for relaxation, stay away from prescription pain killers they can kill you, good luck
2006-10-17 14:04:00 · answer #5 · answered by edgarrrw 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard ibuprofen will help, try it and see!
2006-10-17 14:01:28 · answer #6 · answered by kat_lucas60 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nervous
2006-10-17 14:00:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋