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EMG Studies

What Is an NCS/EMG?

An NCS/EMG, also known as a nerve conduction study/electromyography test, can be used to find nerve or muscle damage.

There are two parts to a NCS/EMG test:

  1. Stimulating the nerves and recording the response (the “shocking” part). This feels like you hit a funny bone or had a rubber band snapped against you lightly.
  2. Using a special wire or a thin needle to listen to the electrical activity in the muscles (the “needle” part).

Both parts of the test are necessary to answer questions your doctor has about your child’s nerves and muscles.

How to Plan for Your Child’s Appointment Day

1. Your child may bathe or shower (per usual), but do not apply any skin lotion afterward.
2. The child may eat and drink normally up until the appointment time.
3. Come prepared to have your child change into a hospital gown that we will provide. (They will keep on their undergarments.)
4. Consider bringing ONE item of comfort (such as a stuffed animal, blanket, or tablet with a video to watch). However, please note that large electronics may interfere with the test and may have to be turned off.
5. Plan to stay for the duration of the two-hour appointment. The actual test takes approximately 90 minutes to complete.

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Have Questions?

If you have questions about an EMG study for your child, contact your Child Neurology Consultants of Austin team at (512) 494-4000.

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CENTRAL AUSTIN CLINIC - 7940 Shoal Creek Blvd., Suite 100 - Austin, TX 78757 - Phone: (512) 494-4000 - Fax: (512) 494-4024

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At Child Neurology Consultants of Austin, our providers offer pediatric outpatient services including EEG Studies, EMG Studies, Expedited Concussion Services, Headache and Migraine Injections, Spasticity Services, and Telehealth. Our specialty clinics and programs for treating neurological conditions include MDA Program, Cannabidiol (CBD) Resource Clinic, Epilepsy Program, Neonatal Neurology Program, Sports Neurology Program, and Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic.