Nerve and Muscle Testing in Normandy Shores, FL

Get Clear Answers About Your Pain

Advanced nerve and muscle testing that pinpoints exactly what’s causing your symptoms.

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EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies

Finally Know What's Really Wrong

You’ve been dealing with numbness, tingling, or unexplained weakness for too long. Maybe you’ve had MRIs that show nothing significant, or doctors who can’t quite put their finger on what’s happening.

Nerve and muscle testing changes that. These diagnostic tests measure how well your nerves conduct electrical signals and how your muscles respond. When something’s wrong with a nerve or muscle, these tests catch it.

You’ll walk out with objective data about your condition. No more wondering if the problem is “in your head” or if you’re overreacting. You’ll have clear evidence of what’s working, what isn’t, and most importantly, what needs to be addressed to get you feeling better.

Normandy Shores Diagnostic Testing Specialists

We Know What We're Looking For

We’ve been serving the Normandy Shores and greater Miami Beach area with specialized diagnostic services that get to the root of nerve and muscle problems. Our physicians are board-certified and focus specifically on conditions affecting the spine, nerves, and musculoskeletal system.

When you’re dealing with unexplained symptoms, you need someone who’s seen it before and knows exactly what tests will give you answers. We’ve built our practice around providing the diagnostic clarity that leads to effective treatment.

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Nerve Function Test Process

Here's Exactly What Happens

Your testing appointment typically takes 45-90 minutes, depending on which areas need evaluation. We’ll start with a brief review of your symptoms and medical history to focus the testing on the most relevant areas.

For nerve conduction studies, we place small electrodes on your skin and send mild electrical pulses to measure how fast and strong your nerve signals are. It feels like small taps or light shocks – uncomfortable for a moment, but not painful.

Electromyography (EMG) involves inserting thin needle electrodes into specific muscles to measure their electrical activity. We test muscles at rest and when you contract them. This shows us if muscle weakness comes from the muscle itself or from nerve problems affecting that muscle.

You’ll get your results immediately after testing. We’ll explain what the findings mean, how they relate to your symptoms, and what treatment options make sense based on the objective data we’ve gathered.

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Comprehensive Muscle and Nerve Evaluation

What Your Testing Includes

Your nerve and muscle testing covers all the areas related to your symptoms. We don’t just test one spot and call it done – we evaluate the entire pathway from your spine to the affected area.

Most patients in the Normandy Shores area come to us for issues like carpal tunnel syndrome, pinched nerves in the neck or back, diabetic neuropathy, or unexplained muscle weakness. Our testing protocol is designed to differentiate between these conditions and identify exactly where the problem originates.

You’ll receive a detailed report that your referring physician can use for treatment planning. If we find nerve compression, muscle disease, or other specific conditions, the objective data helps guide whether you need physical therapy, medications, injections, or other interventions. No guesswork, just clear direction based on what your nerves and muscles are actually doing.

A doctor performs a nerve conduction study on a person's foot using electrodes and a handheld device; wires are attached to the foot, and medical equipment is visible nearby.
Most patients describe nerve conduction studies as feeling like small taps or brief electrical sensations – uncomfortable but not painful. The EMG portion involves thin needles inserted into muscles, which feels similar to acupuncture. You might have some mild soreness afterward, like you would after a vaccination, but it typically resolves within a day. The discomfort during testing is brief and manageable, especially considering you’re finally getting answers about your condition.
You get your results immediately. We review the findings with you right after testing, explaining what we found and what it means for your condition. You’ll understand whether your symptoms are coming from nerve compression, muscle problems, or other issues before you leave our office. We also send a detailed report to your referring physician the same day, so your treatment planning can move forward quickly.
Most insurance plans, including Medicare, cover nerve and muscle testing when it’s medically necessary to diagnose your symptoms. We verify your coverage before your appointment and handle the insurance filing process. Since these tests are diagnostic procedures ordered by your physician to evaluate specific symptoms, they’re typically covered under your medical benefits rather than requiring separate authorization.
These tests can diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome, pinched nerves in the neck or back, diabetic neuropathy, muscle diseases, nerve injuries, and many other conditions causing numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness. The testing shows us exactly where nerve signals are getting blocked or slowed down, and whether muscle weakness comes from the muscle itself or from nerve problems. This precision helps your doctor choose the most effective treatment approach.
Don’t use lotions, oils, or creams on your skin the day of testing, as they can interfere with the electrodes. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the areas being tested. If you’re on blood thinners, let us know, but you typically don’t need to stop them. Bring a list of your current medications and any recent imaging studies related to your symptoms.
MRIs show anatomy – the structure of your spine, discs, and tissues. Nerve and muscle testing shows function – how well your nerves are actually working and conducting signals. You can have nerve compression that doesn’t show up clearly on MRI, or you can have MRI findings that aren’t actually causing your symptoms. Our testing measures the electrical activity of your nerves and muscles, giving your doctor functional information that directly correlates with your symptoms and guides treatment decisions.