Overview
This is a noninvasive study that helps to diagnose peripheral nerve disorders and find the cause of abnormal sensations, such as numbness, tingling or pain. This study assesses the ability of nerves to conduct electrical impulses. The physician evaluates a waveform/response that is generated by a nerve stimulation.
Preparation
In preparation for the exam, the patient is positioned comfortably on an examination table. Electrodes are placed on the surface of the skin at various locations.
Exam
During the exam, mild electrical currents are sent into the body through stimulating electrodes.
These signals travel through the target nerve. After these signals have passed through the nerve,
they are detected by recording electrodes. This provides a precise measurement of the speed and
strength of the nerve’s response to direct stimulation. The physician can use this data to diagnose
nerve dysfunction.
End of Procedure
When the exam is complete, the electrodes are removed. The patient is allowed to go home. Because the exam is noninvasive, the patient will experience no bruising or soreness.
Key information that your Medical Provider should be informed of
If you have a pacemaker, that may impact the study. Please let your provider know.
Conditions & Procedures
✆ Phone (Appointments):
Elk Grove: 916-478-0112
Folsom: 916-306-1112
Granite Bay: 916-461-9004
Roseville: 916-772-5325
Sacramento: 916-419-9900
Elk Grove Fax: 916-478-0113
Folsom Fax: 916-618-4717
Granite Bay Fax: 916-771-6338
Roseville Fax: 916-772-6333
Sacramento Fax: 916-419-9699
Address:
Elk Grove: 2234 Longport Ct. Suite 100
Elk Grove, CA 95758
Folsom: 2380 E Bidwell Street,
Folsom, CA 95630
Granite Bay: 4200 Douglas Blvd, Suite 200
Granite Bay, CA 95746
Roseville: 1528 Eureka Road, Suite 103
Roseville, CA 95661
Sacramento: 4420 Duckhorn Drive, Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95834