What is a Nerve Conduction study?

A Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) is an Electrodiagnostic test that measures the speed and degree of electrical activity in a nerve to determine if it´s functioning normally.  It can gather information for your provider about the structural integrity and function of both muscle and nerve. Electrodiagnostic tests are used to look for problems with nerves and muscles.

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Reasons for NCS:

• Symptoms indicative to nerve damage, including numbness, weakness, or tingling.
• Status of repair and recovery from injury can be accessed.
• Differentiation between acute and chronic processes.
• Assist in narrowing down a diagnosis.
• Information about the type and extent of injury.
• Neuropathy, nerve damage.