Electrodiagnosis

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Electrodiagnosis

Manipal Physiotherapy and Fitness Center

Electrodiagnosis is a medical technique that uses electrical impulses to diagnose and evaluate Brain, Nerves and Muscles function. It involves the use of specialized instruments to measure and record electrical activity in the body, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. Electrodiagnostic tests are commonly used to diagnose conditions such as Seizures carpal tunnel syndrome, neuropathy, and nerve injuries.

Here are some common Electrodiagnostic Tests:

Electromyography (EMG): An EMG test measures the electrical activity of muscles, providing information about muscle function, nerve conduction, and neuromuscular disorders. During an EMG test, a small needle electrode is inserted into the muscle to measure its electrical activity.

Nerve conduction studies (NCS): NCS tests measure the speed and strength of signals transmitted through the nerves, providing information about nerve function and damage. During an NCS test, electrodes are placed on the skin to stimulate the nerve and measure its response.

Visual evoked potentials (VEP): A VEP test measures the electrical activity of the brain in response to visual stimuli, such as flashing lights or patterns.

Brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAEP/BERA): A BAEP test measures the electrical activity of the brainstem in response to auditory stimuli, providing information about hearing and nerve function.

Repetitive nerve stimulation (RNS): A RNS test measures the single-fiber electromyography (SFEMG) are important confirmatory tests for the diagnosis of disorders of the nicotinic neuromuscular junction, particularly for myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), and botulism.

Electroencephalography (EEG): is a non-invasive neurophysiological test that records the electrical activity of the brain through the scalp. EEG is commonly used in clinical and research settings to diagnose and evaluate various neurological and psychiatric conditions, as well as to study brain function and activity.

EEG can provide valuable information about the function and activity of the brain, including the presence of abnormal electrical activity, seizure activity, and changes in brain activity related to certain tasks or stimuli. EEG is often used to diagnose and evaluate conditions such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, and brain injury, as well as to study brain function in research settings.

Overall, electrodiagnostic tests can provide valuable information about the function of the nervous and muscular systems, helping diagnose and evaluate conditions such as neuromuscular disorders, nerve damage, other neurological conditions and Seizers .

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