What is an EMG TEST?

Norman Kahan, MD demonstrates the gold standard test for CTS -- the EMG.
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00:00 The gold standard for diagnosing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is an EMG (electromyography)
00:38 Dr. Norman Kahan explains the nerves that will be studied
02:01 Dr. Kahan demonstrates the EMG
03:08 Dr. Kahan explains the results of the EMG
03:52 Cold hands can make a difference in the EMG reading
04:17 Dr. Kahan discovers that he has mild Carpal Tunnel Syndrome!
06:07 Splints are used at night time to treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
08:03 The needle nerve conduction study explained
10:51 If you have mild Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, have another in six months to see if things have changed
11:16 What kind of splints are good for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Norman J Kahan, MD
Sports and Occupational Medical Associates
www.drskahan.org
Photos/cinematography: Elena Botelho

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