Having nerve issues is the worst thing, it's a struggle in getting heard! 😒 I hope anyone having to undergo this gets the answers and help they need. Peace and love x x x
Been suffering almost two years and doctors can't figure it out or are just dismissing me, since it's a work injury. I have been doing my own research and I think the EMG will give me some answers! You really have to fight to get anywhere with some of these medical professionals.
@@jeffcarlson911I have similar situation like you my doctor schedule EMG next year I am little bit scared as I need to face all of this at the age of 30.
@@AnkitPatel-lo2nzi’m 26, just did my second emg (afraid of needles w a full sleeve. don’t ask me how lmao) but i will say the nerve pain is 1000x worse than the emg. i wish you good luck in this journey
I had this done today and just want to let anyone who’s nervous to know it’s really not that bad at all. I had my hand all the way up to my neck tested. The shock feels weird. A little uncomfortable but doesn’t hurt at all. The needles I was worried about and man….super tiny needle you really don’t hardly feel it. Test was a breeze
If you don't want to answer, I completely understand, as it may be taken as a personal question. What ailments do you suffer? It was suggested to get these tests done as I have carpal tunnel. I was just wondering, as I have more questions, if it is cts.
I have to have them done June 6th and I'm really nervous about it. Some say it's really painful. Even the receptionist said it was. SoI don't know what to think.
@Dreen it's really not that bad. It will make you jump the for the first time because you're not used to it, but after a while, it's not too bad. A small jolt
I had this test a couple of months ago and nothing was explained. He also did not measure anything. Recent follow up I asked questions about the test and he acted insulted. I'm totally sick of doctors. Thank you for explaining.
I had one on my legs and was told that it would be minor pain and no after effects. LIARS!!! It was HORRIBLY painful during the procedure and I have lingering pain and nerve fluttering (they said the test was normal, so this is not the response of neural disfunction). Had they been honest with me about the potential pain and after effects, I NEVER would have gone thru with it!!!
I've had 4 of these now, for carpal tunnel, sciatica & other nerve impulses in my legs. If the doctor is skilled, they are minimally uncomfortable. Easy peasy!
Thank you for this video! It makes me feel a little bit better. I am having this test done later today! I hate needles, let's hope I won't make a scene like a baby 😅
I just had this done yesterday. And for me, I wasn't able to lay as still as she is..thought it was very uncomfortable, like it's not an intolerable pain. When he would do the shock instrument, it starts at low and then it goes higher making your arm move ( raise)w/ uncomfortable feeling. they did that in four different spots on my lower arm. It was for carpal tunnel. And then the needle part didn't hurt being inserted. It just felt really uncomfortable, a little pain when they ask you to move your muscle while the needles in there.
Had this done this week. It was tolerable but I had way more shocks on each point. Felt like 2 or 3 test shocks then she said ok now 8 in a row and each got more uncomfortable. The needle moving around is something I've always disliked so that was extra sucky. The Thumb palm point was the most uncomfortably painful and to move against him with it in my palm was probably the worst. Then knowing u had to do the same on the other side not fun. It's not the worst thing, its tolerable but definitely was ready to get out of there. So I'd say between both arms they shocked 15 different points with 5-12 shocks total at each point. The needle was 4 different points on each arm. I'd rather do the no needle set though because it seemed to hit the nerve directly with the needle. You all can do it tho
I had to get this on my hand, my fingertips and wrist for a shoulder injury. Makes no sense but hurt so bad I had to tell the nurse to stop since she was laughing enjoying herself.
Wasn't bad at all. The shocks just feel like rubber bands being snapped on your skin but you get used to it pretty fast. The needles are uncomfortable but just breathe when they go in and it's very tolerable. I wouldn't have a problem doing it again if I had to. I've had dry needling done before which was a lot worse.
Nothing to fear no pain at all relax.I did my neck and arm no pain at all at any point.It was fast you don't see needle if you don't wish.No pain now after.Dry needling is much worse than this.Pain o/ 10 People writing here probably have phobias of needles because to me this was nothing I was so stressed for absolutely no reason.
I have been struggling with doctors about there being something wrong because out of the blue 35 years old I started having seizures. So many hospital trips so many doctors neurologist acting like there psychological, psychiatrist say no its not and heart doctor demanding this test because the lack of blood flow through my neck
My doctor was horribly clumsy terribly with the tools handling along with her fresh entry medical student. I ended up with about 73 needle holes and high ampere shocks. The doctor skill and expertise seriously count in the Needle EMG test. My bad luck i guess. 😮
I had this done today and it was a bit odd and uncomfortable, specifically the needle between my thumb and wrist. Also, i had to undress completely but my underwear which was odd
Sir, from Bangladesh, I am a brainstroke patient, age 46, on medication, my left leg vein gets pulled sometimes, difficulty in walking, leg feels tight or heavy, I have seen Sri Ram Sharma sir (Neurology) thrice. Head of Department, Nigrim Hospital, Shillong) Now, how to make an appointment with you and how much is the cost? I will be grateful if you can tell me that I am suffering from *Peripheral Nerve Disorders* and *Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis*, what do we normal people do? How to show?
I got this done and it didn’t hurt except when they put the needle in my thumb area. That hurt SO BAD and I have to get another one which makes me nervous. It wasn’t too painful but definitely hurt
And that’s definitely not it.. just had one of those test done about an hour ago … I was in there for 45 minutes, my evaluation of this procedure was it’s not very pleasant but it’s very tolerable, more annoying than anything… this test was for carpal tunnel syndrome
If you have been told you have it, you definitely don't need to take that unnecessary test. Unless your symptoms are severe and you're planning on getting surgery. But for mild to moderate Carpal tunnel, just wear a splint at night and look on RU-vid for hand exercises for Carpal tunnel. Good luck!
Not two feet off the table😂. Not funny I just imagined it as you said it so descriptively 😮 I have to have this test done soon. Thanks for your comment😊
I have what they assume is cubital tunnel syndrome. The intermittent stabs of pain are fearful, like a hot electric needle up the side of my hand. When the doctor offered this type of test to me to investigate further, I assumed it would cause the same type of pain, the hot electric needle jabbing. The woman in this video could not be experiencing that kind of pain or she would be flinching at the very least, and probably jumping or crying out. So my question: does it really not hurt, and only cause discomfort? Would it be the same in my case? Thank you for this video. It gives me hope I could get through the procedures after all
Everyone experiences pain differently. I have had this done twice in my life. The 1st time, 11 yrs ago, an elderly doctor did it & I felt like I was being electrocuted & it was severely painful! He didn’t explain anything & told me to stop it (I was wincing in pain & making “ouch” sounds after every shock). Then had to get the same test again this week (testing for Carpal Tunnel in both hands & Ulnar Nerve damage in both). But this time, I told Dr the only way I’ll take this test again is if he gives me a Valium because I had bad anxiety abt taking test! He approved & said it would not affect the test results. Took the pill 2 hours prior to test & it was a godsend!! Also, the Dr performing test was a sweetheart. Told her I had anxiety & she explained everything. She let me know when the shock was coming or needle was going in. To be honest, it wasn’t that bad this time at all!!! 😀 I really think the old Dr I had on 1st test was giving me too much & high of a shock before! Glad I had the test now, I have severe CT & Ulnar nerve issue in both arms/hands. Surgeries coming up soon & they give you a local now, don’t need general anesthesia which I’m happy about. I’ll be taking a Valium on surgery days too! Hey, that’s what benzodiazepines were designed for-temporary or emergency use. Wishing you the best 💝
@@Oceanskye11 Thank you so much for this kind, generous and helpful reply! This was just the help I was seeking. I hope your surgeries are a success, kind person!
That's what I'm wondering. Mine is a cubital issue causing numbness from the median nerve and nobody can figure it out. So we're trying an EMG and I feel this is going to get nowhere also. Nueropathy is nuts.
I just had this done today, I had no pain at all. A little weird when they do the shocking thing but not back. Feel like a relax test is all and the needles like a small pinch, some I didn't even feel. I had both hands up to my elbows done.
I had this done on my arms, legs and lower back. It was a very bad experience for me. The worst part was the needles on my lower back. It stills hurts and nothing seems to help(lying down, sitting, standing). Anyone know what that could mean? The technicians doing the job didn’t seem to care 😢
I had this done twice on my legs and feet. First time it was painful, but tolerable. Second time it was beyond horrible, for the needle part. Electro chocks part was OK. Seeing that needle stuck all the way in my muscles with doctor asking me to press against it was like being tortured during Medieval times. My legs and feet are bruised and hurting.
This guy is hands down the most rude and unprofessional person. My daughter had an appointment with him for assessment of a hand injury. He spent his time fluffing his own feathers and degrading not only my daughter but other healthcare professionals as well. I have worked in this industry as a medical professional for many years and have NEVER and I repeat NEVER have seen anyone write a medical note so unprofessionally. When you start an appointment asking your patient what the doctors at Man’s Greatest Hospital (better known as world reknown MGH or Massachusetts General Hospital) had to say, you know this is a man with a chip on his shoulders. You tell me what so called doctor puts in a patients medical record how many EMG’s he has done, how he has seen dozens of posterior interosseous nerve syndrome and her symptoms look nothing like this at all. He then proceeded to tell her that she did not have Thoracic Outlook Syndrome (this was not an appointment disprove whether or not she had TOS). So, what he got out of my daughter was that the neurologist at MGH briefly mentioned MS but that he didn’t think she had this. He then immediately jumped on that bandwagon, didn’t think for himself and just immediately stated to her that she had an atypical presentation of MS. I would not recommend this guy to anyone. I’m actually disgusted and stunned at what he put in her medical record.
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@@dennismarshel7040 You'll be just fine. I was all worked up for NOTHING!!!! My dr was amazing. He was talking to me about whatever just to get my mind off of it. The shocking part wasn't painful just a weird feeling. The shots were definitely tolerable. My thumb hurt the worst. I got like 12 shots so just one hurt. I promise you'll be fine ✨🤍 Good luck ♥️ Let me know how you did....
@@dennismarshel7040I was all worked up for NOTHING!!! You'll be just fine. I promise. • The shocking part didn't hurt. It was just a weird feeling. • The shots were definitely tolerable. My thumb hurt the worst. So out of 12 shots only one hurt. Good luck ♥️ Let me know how you did ✨🤍
