NCV & EMG Brachial Plexus is a specialized electrodiagnostic examination that evaluates nerve conduction and muscle function associated with the brachial plexus. It is performed to assess nerve injuries, compression, brachial plexopathy, cervical radiculopathy, numbness, tingling, pain, and weakness affecting the shoulder and upper limb, supporting accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
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A doctor may recommend this examination for patients with persistent shoulder or arm pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, suspected brachial plexus injury, trauma, nerve compression, or unexplained upper-limb symptoms.
Yes. The examination can provide important information about the location and severity of nerve dysfunction associated with brachial plexus injury and can help assess nerve recovery over time.
The test may be recommended for persistent shoulder pain, arm weakness, numbness, tingling, loss of sensation, or suspected nerve injury following trauma or surgery.
NCV may cause mild discomfort from electrical stimulation, while EMG may cause brief discomfort due to the insertion of a fine needle electrode into selected muscles.
NCV measures the speed and strength of electrical signals traveling through nerves, while EMG evaluates the electrical activity of muscles.
Individuals with symptoms of brachial plexus injury, upper-limb weakness, sensory changes, nerve compression, or unexplained arm and shoulder pain may be advised to undergo this test.