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Electromyography (EMG\/NCS)<\/strong> is a test that evaluates the health of the nerves and the muscles. During the EMG, Dr. Bicknell will evaluate various muscles to determine if they are functioning properly. He will place a small electrode inside the muscle to record the electrical activity. Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) measure the time it takes for a small current to travel across a nerve. With new technology, this test can be performed with little discomfort. This procedure takes about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||2px|||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_letter_spacing=”1px” header_5_font=”|||on|||||” custom_margin=”||12px|||”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_letter_spacing=”1px” header_5_font=”|||on|||||”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_letter_spacing=”1px” header_5_font=”|||on|||||” custom_margin=”||12px|||”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_letter_spacing=”1px” header_5_font=”|||on|||||”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||5px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_4_font=”|||on|||||” header_4_letter_spacing=”1px” header_5_font=”|||on|||||” custom_margin=”||0px|||”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”10px||2px|||”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb title=” ” image=”https:\/\/bicknellemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/board-certified.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||18px|||” custom_css_blurb_image=”width: 70px;”]<\/p>\n A board-certified physician sees every patient and interprets each test.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=” ” image=”https:\/\/bicknellemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/insurance.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||18px|||” custom_css_blurb_image=”width: 70px;”]<\/p>\n We accept most insurance, [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=” ” image=”https:\/\/bicknellemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/24-hours.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||18px|||” custom_css_blurb_image=”width: 70px;”]<\/p>\n Referring physicians receive reports within 24 hours in an easy-to-understand format.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb title=” ” image=”https:\/\/bicknellemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/workers-comp.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||18px|||” custom_css_blurb_image=”width: 70px;”]<\/p>\n We are a preferred provider for workers\u2019 compensation carriers.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=” ” image=”https:\/\/bicknellemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/state-of-the-art.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||18px|||” custom_css_blurb_image=”width: 70px;”]<\/p>\n Our EMG and nerve conduction studies are done with state-of-the-art equipment.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb image=”https:\/\/bicknellemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/friendly-staff.png” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||18px|||” custom_css_blurb_image=”width: 70px;”]<\/p>\n Our friendly and professional staff will schedule patients within a week of the date of referral. Same-day appointments usually are available<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”54px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|600||on|||||”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.9em” header_5_font=”|||on|||||”]<\/p>\n Electromyography (EMG\/NCS)<\/strong> is a test that evaluates the health of the nerves and the muscles. During the EMG, Dr. Bicknell will evaluate various muscles to determine if they are functioning properly. He will place a small electrode inside the muscle to record the electrical activity. Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) measure the time it takes for a small current to travel across a nerve. With new technology, this test can be performed with little discomfort. This procedure takes about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”Why have I been referred?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n You have been referred to Bicknell EMG<\/strong> because you have experienced numbness, tingling, pain, weakness and\/or muscle cramping. If your provider suspects that you may have a problem with your nerves or muscles, this procedure will likely be an important part of your evaluation.<\/p>\n Precautions: Notify physicians & staff if you are taking any blood thinners. Patients that have routine PT\/INR testing, please provide most recent result.<\/p>\n Must be symptomatic 3 weeks or longer.<\/p>\n This procedure takes about 30 minutes.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What should I bring?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n Please bring your insurance cards and a valid form of identification. Also, take a bath or shower to remove oil from your skin. Do not use body lotion or powder the day of your test to improve the quality of the test results. Also, to save time, you may download and complete our patient information forms to bring with you.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What kind of training do EMG\/NCS doctors have?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Nerve Conduction Studies” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n Nerve conduction studies show how well an electrical signal travels across a nerve. Special equipment records how the nerve works. Dr. Bicknell will test several nerves.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Electromyography (EMG)” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n In this part of the exam, Dr.Bicknell evaluates the electrical signals that travel from the muscle to the EMG monitor. A small electrode will be placed just under the skin in several different muscles. With new technology and special techniques this can be done with minimal discomfort.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What does an EMG\/NCS investigation involve?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n For this part of the test, a small, thin needle is put in several muscles to see if there are any problems. It is used once for each patient and is thrown away after the test. There may be a small amount of pain during this part of the examination. The doctor tests only the muscles necessary to decide what is wrong. During the EMG test the doctor will be able to hear and see how your muscles and nerves are working by the electrical signals made by your muscles. The doctor then uses his medical knowledge to figure out what could be causing your problem.<\/p>\n Nerve conduction studies show how well the body’s electrical signals are traveling to a nerve. This is done by applying small electrical shocks to the nerve and recording how the nerve works. These shocks cause a quick, mild, tingling feeling. The doctor may test several nerves.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Does it hurt?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n The electrical nerve tests or nerve conduction studies feel like small electrical shocks. Most people will find these a bit uncomfortable but will be able to tolerate it without difficulty. Many people who have used a TENS machine say the feeling is very similar. The needle tests are also a bit uncomfortable but usually quite tolerable as the needles used are very thin, similar to acupuncture needles. If there is anything that you feel is too uncomfortable let the doctor know. Tests will be done in a different way or even stopped if you find them too uncomfortable. Dr.Bicknell will try to minimize your discomfort at all times but needs to do enough to try to come to a diagnosis.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Is it dangerous? Are there any side effects?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n The equipment used is extensively tested and is safe. Some precautions need to be taken with certain patients who have heart pacemakers or are on blood thinning drugs such as warfarin. Inform us if this affects you or it there is anything else about your medical history you think we should know about. There are no serious side effects from an EMG. The electrical tests can sometimes make hands or feet tingle for a few minutes after but will soon pass. The needle tests may result in slight bleeding as in a pinprick. Your muscles may also ache for a few hours after the needle tests but this is usually very minor.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can you provide any practical advice for what to wear?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n You can help by wearing clothing that is loose and easily removed. Short sleeved clothes can make tests a bit easier to do. If possible do not wear jewelry that would be difficult to remove. Avoid wearing any skin moisturizers as they make it difficult to get good recordings.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How do I get results?” open_toggle_text_color=”#0d224b” open_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” closed_toggle_background_color=”#ffffff” icon_color=”#0d224b” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#0d224b” title_font_size=”17px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” border_width_all=”0px” border_width_bottom=”2px” border_color_bottom=”#10a9ae”]<\/p>\n A report will be sent to the physician who referred you for the EMG\/NCS. This physician will then pass on the information to you and your PCP. It is not always possible to give you the results on the day of your test. Sometimes it is better for the doctor in charge of your overall care to look at all the different test results he or she has ordered before discussing specific conditions. 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Reasons providers refer patents to Bicknell EMG<\/b><\/h4>\n
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NEEDLE EMG <\/strong><\/h4>\n
NERVE CONDUCTION STUDIES<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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We are the First accredited EMG Lab with Exemplary Status<\/span> in North Louisiana.<\/h3>\n
We are the only accredited EMG Lab with Exemplary Status<\/span> in Louisiana.<\/h3>\n