Electromyogram (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies
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Electromyogram (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies
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Risks
An electromyogram (EMG) is very safe. You may get some small bruises or swelling at some of the needle sites. The needles are sterile, so there is very little chance of developing an infection.
There is no chance of problems with nerve conduction studies. Nothing is put into your skin, so there is no chance of infection. The voltage of electrical pulses is not high enough to cause an injury.
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Last Updated:
July 29, 2008- Author:
- Monica Rhodes
- Medical Review:
- Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Colin Chalk, MD, CM, FRCPC - Neurology
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