2007-09-10 05:12:47 · 5 answers · asked by TennesseeGirl 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
I am an Electro Neuro Diagnostic Tech and I perform the NCV (nerve conduction Velocity ) test needed to help diagnose Carpal Tunnel. you will have your arm measured and electrodes place on your arm and we will stimulate the nerves with a small amount of electricity. you will feel a tickle more than anything. It really does not hurt its just awkward. I have tested myself many times and its really mot that bad. Once the the NCV part of the test is over the doc may chose to test your muscles (EMG-- Electro Myograph) and from there he can determine if you need further treatment for carpel tunnel. If you Google NCV or EMG you can find more out!
Good Luck!!
2007-09-10 05:27:40 · answer #1 · answered by Desa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a test for the Carpal Tunnel Syndrome which is caused by a pressure on the nerve that is passing through the wrist.
The test is mildly painful. But the syndrome can be painful (tingling and electric shock like sensations) and may also affect the hand grip. Try B complex vitamins before meeting a neurosurgeon.
2007-09-10 12:20:15 · answer #2 · answered by Swamy 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
they shock your nerves in your arms and hand to find the reaction time your nerves have. then they do a test where they insert a needle hooked to a electric cord, they insert the needle into your muscles and they can see the results on a screen, kinda like a screen that shows your heartbeat.
I've had two carpal tunnel surgeries, and the last time i refused the one test with the needles, that hurts, but when they send a small shock through your arm doesn't.
2007-09-10 12:19:06 · answer #3 · answered by yesiamalesbian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to the National Library of Medicine article on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/carpaltunnelsyndrome.html) testing could involve something called "Electrodiagnostic testing"
This type of test (http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=356&topcategory=General%20Information) involves placing thin needles the muscle to record the electrical activity. As for the pain? This is what the site says:
"When the needles are removed, you may experience some soreness and bruising, but this will disappear in a few days."
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2007-09-10 12:25:32 · answer #4 · answered by askkrisjohnson 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is a really rough and painful test But the results combined with the correcting surgery definitely makes it worth while. I am glad I had it done now because I can use my hands and sleep at night once again. Bite the bullet and go for it and good luck!!!
2007-09-10 12:24:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋