
The first step is the nerve conduction study, which allows doctors to evaluate a muscle’s ability to respond to nerve stimulation. Both can help determine whether there is a muscle problem or problems in the nerves that control the muscle. There are two components to an EMG test: the nerve conduction study and the needle EMG. An EMG test measures the electrical activity in muscles and nerves and determines where there may be a problem. An EMG, or Electromyogram, is a study conducted by a physician to find the cause of these sensations.


Symptoms of numbness, tingling, pain and discomfort can be alarming, especially when you don’t know what is causing the issue.
