Nerve and Muscle Testing in Plainfield, NJ

Get Clear Answers About Your Symptoms

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

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EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies

Finally Understand What's Wrong

You’ve been dealing with numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain long enough. The uncertainty is exhausting. You need answers that actually make sense.

Our nerve and muscle testing gives you exactly that. Through electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies, we measure how well your nerves and muscles are working. No guessing. No more wondering if it’s all in your head.

When you know what’s actually happening in your body, you can make informed decisions about treatment. You can plan your life around real information instead of living in limbo. That’s what proper diagnostic testing does – it gives you back control.

Plainfield Nerve Testing Specialists

We Know What We're Looking For

NY Spine Medicine has been serving Plainfield and the surrounding New Jersey communities with specialized diagnostic testing and spine care. Our physicians understand that getting the right diagnosis is the foundation of effective treatment.

We’ve performed thousands of nerve conduction studies and EMG tests. We know how to make the process as comfortable as possible while getting the precise information you and your doctor need.

When you’re dealing with neurological symptoms, you want specialists who have seen it before and know exactly what they’re looking for. That’s what you get here.

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Nerve Function Test Process

Here's Exactly What Happens

First, we’ll review your symptoms and medical history. We want to understand exactly what you’ve been experiencing and when it started. This helps us focus the testing on the areas most likely to give us answers.

The nerve conduction study comes first. 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 mild static – uncomfortable for a moment, but not painful.

For the EMG portion, we use a thin needle electrode to measure electrical activity in your muscles. You’ll feel a small pinch when the needle goes in, similar to getting blood drawn. We test different muscles to see how well they’re responding to nerve signals.

The entire process usually takes 30-60 minutes depending on which nerves and muscles we need to evaluate. You’ll get your results the same day, along with a clear explanation of what we found and what it means for your treatment options.

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Comprehensive Muscle and Nerve Evaluation

Complete Testing for Real Answers

Our nerve and muscle diagnostic testing covers the full range of conditions that might be causing your symptoms. We test for carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, radiculopathy, muscle disorders, and other neurological conditions that affect daily life.

You’ll receive detailed results that your referring physician can use to develop an effective treatment plan. We work closely with primary care doctors, neurologists, and orthopedists throughout the Plainfield area to ensure coordinated care.

The testing is covered by most insurance plans when medically necessary. We handle the prior authorization process and work with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs. You shouldn’t have to choose between getting answers and managing expenses.

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Most patients describe the nerve conduction study as feeling like small taps or mild static electricity – uncomfortable for a moment but not truly painful. The EMG involves thin needle electrodes that feel similar to getting blood drawn. You’ll feel a small pinch when the needle goes in, and some muscle soreness afterward that typically resolves within a day. We work at your pace and can take breaks if needed. The discomfort is temporary, but the information we get helps solve problems that have been bothering you much longer.
The complete nerve and muscle evaluation typically takes 30-60 minutes, depending on which areas we need to test. We provide your results the same day, along with a clear explanation of what we found. You’ll understand exactly what the testing shows and what it means for your condition. We also send a detailed report to your referring physician so they can discuss treatment options with you at your follow-up appointment. No waiting weeks to find out what’s wrong.
EMG and nerve conduction studies can diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, pinched nerves (radiculopathy), muscle disorders, nerve injuries, and other conditions causing numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain. The testing shows us exactly where the problem is – whether it’s in the nerve, muscle, or the connection between them. This precision helps your doctor recommend the most effective treatment approach rather than guessing at what might work.
Come with clean skin – avoid lotions, oils, or creams on the areas being tested as they can interfere with the electrodes. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the areas we need to examine. If you’re taking blood thinners, let us know ahead of time, though you usually don’t need to stop them. Bring a list of your current medications and any previous test results related to your symptoms. The testing works best when we have a complete picture of your medical situation.
Most insurance plans cover EMG and nerve conduction studies when they’re medically necessary for diagnosing your symptoms. We handle prior authorization requirements and work directly with your insurance company to verify coverage before your appointment. We’ll let you know about any potential out-of-pocket costs upfront so there are no surprises. Our billing team is experienced with insurance requirements for diagnostic testing and will help navigate any coverage questions you have.
We’ll explain your results in detail during your appointment, making sure you understand what we found and what it means for your condition. We provide a comprehensive report to your referring physician so they can discuss treatment options with you. Depending on the findings, treatment might include physical therapy, medications, injections, or other interventions. If we find something that needs immediate attention, we’ll make sure you and your doctor know right away. The goal is getting you the right treatment based on accurate information.