EMG Examination

Hello everyone,

did anybody had a EMG exam before ?

How is It Performed? I need one for my Hand and feet .

Do I have to take off my clothes?

Does it hurt ?

Thanks for answering my questions 😃

Yes, had one recently, no undressing just roll up my shirt sleeve, best to wear a short sleeve shirt and when the arms and hands are done just roll up trouser leg up to above knees with socks off. Uncomfortable at times, just like a sharp pin prick when the electrodes are activated (quite a few times), but nothing awful. Took about 20 mins.

I had this done to look for nerve conduction issues in my left arm back in 2005. In my case the doc had me take off my shirt. It was uncomfortable but bearable.

I had needle emg on lower legs. Needles are sharp, it's not painful. Wore gym shorts so no disrobing.