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Electromyography (EMG) - Broken down, EMG means: electro (electric) myo
(muscle) graphy (writing). EMG tests are designed to diagnose problems with
nerves and the muscles they supply. Electrical activity of nerves and muscles
are recorded by sophisticated electrodes and specific patterns are displayed
and interpreted by qualified clinicians.
Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) - As it's name implies, NCV measures the
speed of conduction of selected nerves in your body. Sensitive electrodes pick
up stimulation from an electrical impulse and the speed of conduction through
the nerve is calculated. These values are compared to normative data and
interpreted by qualified clinicians.
~These tests will aid in diagnosing potentially serious neurological conditions.
Some conditions diagnosed by EMG/NCV testing include: nerve entrapments
(i.e.Carpal Tunnel Syndrome), spinal nerve dysfunction, neuropathy (i.e.
pinched nerves), neuromuscular disorders, sciatica, and many more.
~Indications that you may benefit from data obtained by EMG/NCV testing
include: arm/leg pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, clumsiness, muscle
twitching or spasm, trauma (esp. whiplash), muscle wasting and more.
Computerized Posturography (CAPS)
Computerized Assessment of Postural Stability (CAPS) aka Sensory Integration
with Regard to Balance is the gold standard for measuring deviations in your
ability to maintain efficient balance. There are many reasons your balance might
be impaired and many of us aren't even aware that there are deficiencies in our
ability to maintain balance, which can prevent potentially serious injury. Potential
candidates for CAPS testing include those with vertigo/dizziness, diabetic
neuropathy, age related balance impairments, brain injury/stroke, spinal
injuries, MS, clumsiness/poor balance, Arnold-Chiari malformation,
decreased athletic performance and many, many others.
~In addition to accurately detecting many types of balance impairments, CAPS
can be used to assist in rehabilitating these impairments with creative, and
sometimes complex, balance training programs.
*If you have any of these symptoms or conditions related to diagnostic testing
defined above, proper evaluation is warranted. Please call our facility at
828.681.0350 for Free consultation!
(muscle) graphy (writing). EMG tests are designed to diagnose problems with
nerves and the muscles they supply. Electrical activity of nerves and muscles
are recorded by sophisticated electrodes and specific patterns are displayed
and interpreted by qualified clinicians.
Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) - As it's name implies, NCV measures the
speed of conduction of selected nerves in your body. Sensitive electrodes pick
up stimulation from an electrical impulse and the speed of conduction through
the nerve is calculated. These values are compared to normative data and
interpreted by qualified clinicians.
~These tests will aid in diagnosing potentially serious neurological conditions.
Some conditions diagnosed by EMG/NCV testing include: nerve entrapments
(i.e.Carpal Tunnel Syndrome), spinal nerve dysfunction, neuropathy (i.e.
pinched nerves), neuromuscular disorders, sciatica, and many more.
~Indications that you may benefit from data obtained by EMG/NCV testing
include: arm/leg pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, clumsiness, muscle
twitching or spasm, trauma (esp. whiplash), muscle wasting and more.
Computerized Posturography (CAPS)
Computerized Assessment of Postural Stability (CAPS) aka Sensory Integration
with Regard to Balance is the gold standard for measuring deviations in your
ability to maintain efficient balance. There are many reasons your balance might
be impaired and many of us aren't even aware that there are deficiencies in our
ability to maintain balance, which can prevent potentially serious injury. Potential
candidates for CAPS testing include those with vertigo/dizziness, diabetic
neuropathy, age related balance impairments, brain injury/stroke, spinal
injuries, MS, clumsiness/poor balance, Arnold-Chiari malformation,
decreased athletic performance and many, many others.
~In addition to accurately detecting many types of balance impairments, CAPS
can be used to assist in rehabilitating these impairments with creative, and
sometimes complex, balance training programs.
*If you have any of these symptoms or conditions related to diagnostic testing
defined above, proper evaluation is warranted. Please call our facility at
828.681.0350 for Free consultation!
| *EMG/NCV and CAPS testing is performed on site at Hampton Wellness |
Neurological Testing