NeuroBytes: When Should Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Testing Be Ordered?
Course Description
An electrodiagnostic evaluation consists of nerve conduction studies (NCS) and needle electromyography (EMG). Together, these studies are used to evaluate the severity and chronicity of lesions that affect the motor and sensory neurons, roots, plexus, nerve, neuromuscular junction, and muscle. When used appropriately, an electrodiagnostic evaluation may inform management decisions about neuromuscular diseases, but inappropriate electrodiagnostic testing can result in a significant burden to healthcare and unnecessary discomfort to the patient. We aim in this video to provide a guided approach to consider when thinking about ordering electrodiagnostic testing.
Learning Objectives
As a result of this program the learner will be able to:
- Differentiate clinical scenarios that are more likely to benefit from electrodiagnostic testing.
Date of Release
November 3, 2023
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Faculty & Disclosures
MATTHEW L. VASQUEZ, MD
Neuromuscular Fellow
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
*Dr. Vasquez has nothing to disclose.
Editor
Reviewer
Voiceover Artist
Neuromuscular Fellow
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
*Dr. Vasquez has nothing to disclose.
Editor
MIGUEL CHUQUILIN ARISTA, MD, FAAN
Neurologic Consultant
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
*Dr. Chuquilin Arista has received personal compensation in the range of $500-$4,999 for serving as a Item writer with American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Chuquilin Arista has received personal compensation in the range of $500-$4,999 for serving as a Item Writer with American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Chuquilin Arista has received personal compensation in the range of $500-$4,999 for serving as a Item Writer with American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Chuquilin Arista has received personal compensation in the range of $500-$4,999 for serving as a Item reviewer with National Board of Medical Examiners. Dr. Chuquilin Arista has received personal compensation in the range of $500-$4,999 for serving as a Southeast regional advisory board with Argenx. Dr. Chuquilin Arista has received personal compensation in the range of $500-$4,999 for serving as a Focus group with Alexion. Dr. Chuquilin Arista has received personal compensation in the range of $0-$499 for serving as a Speaker with Periodic Paralysis Association.
Reviewer
ZACHARY LONDON
Professor
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
*Dr. London has nothing to disclose.
Voiceover Artist
Brooke Bloom, DO, MS
Chief Resident, PGY-4
Department of Neurology
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Worcester, MA
*Dr. Bloom has nothing to disclose.
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Xiaoyu Sun, Associate Director, eLearning
Minneapolis, MN
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Robert Rook, Manager, eLearning
Minneapolis, MN
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Minneapolis, MN
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