Question 1

how painful is an emg (electromyogram) test?

Accepted Answer

Mild?: Emg needles vary in size; the monopolar needles quite small, even close to acupuncture size, and the coaxial needles quite larger in comparison.  Any size needle may leave a small painful bruise.  The electrical shocks will make a limb jump, and may be irritating.  Thus, pain may be secondary to choice of technique, but also, due to anxiety level in the patient.  Pain usually mild, well tolerated.

Question 2

is an emg test painful?

Accepted Answer

Uncomfortable: Like a lot of medical tests emgs are not fun. I tell patients there will be some discomfort but it should be tolerable and not last too long.

Question 3

while on pain management and i  take my pain medication less  than prescribed will i still pass their drug test?

Accepted Answer

Possibly not: Drug testing can detect even minute amounts of painkillers and other drugs.  If your job requires drug testing, you need to find out which pain medications are ok:  tylenol (acetaminophen) or advil probably are, but vicodin or other narcotics even in small amounts probably are not.  Consult your pain management doctor for more advice, and help in cutting down on any medications that could cause you problems.

Question 4

the geneticist is sending my son for an emg for suspected congenital myasthenic syndrome in 3 of my kids. how painful is this test?

Accepted Answer

Uncomfortable: This is a common diagnostic test that is similar to having acupuncture needles placed in various muscle groups. I found it uncomfortable but with minimal pain during the procedure and plenty of information for the doc to use. I would readily have it done again if the need arose.

Question 5

is there any way to?pass a urinary drug test if you have been taking pain medication?

Accepted Answer

Certainly : If you took your pain medications as they were prescribed by your doctor you will have no problems to pass udt.

Question 6

is the lifestyle lift painful? i don't like my droopy neck and am looking at having a lifestyle lift. however, i am worried that the recovery will be painful. after the procedure, will i be taking pain medication? what kind? how long do patients usually n

Accepted Answer

The : The level of pain after a necklift and facelift varies from person to person. A lot depends on your pain tolerance. This type of surgery, in general, isn't very painful though I do prescribe a narcotic pain medication for my patients after surgery in case they need it.

Question 7

can one be sedated or given pain medication if pelvic exams are painful?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: A pelvic exam really should not be painful, if it is then that tells the examiner that something is wrong, and that needs to be investigated.  Some patients have pain just with touch in the genital area, that may be a reflex response that relates to past experiences, it needs to be dealt with so a patient can have sexual relations.  I have never sedated a patient for a normal exam.

Question 8

had emg test 16th dec. injection into the muscle hand was painful, i still have some discomfort on and off. no swell, no red color, not constant pain.

Accepted Answer

Emg: EMG's are never fun, they hurt. As long as there is no evidence of infection then you just have to wait it out.

Question 9

two part ? whats the difference bettween an emg and nerve conduction test and  is it more painful or less if you have nerve damage?

Accepted Answer

Emg: As far as I know EMG and nerve conduction study are one in the same . There is some pain and yes if you have a nerve injury and the area is already inflamed it could hurt more. The test is important to help figure out what's the source of your pain. :)

Question 10

besides an emg is there another, less painful test for cubital tunnel?  i am terrified of the test but i'm feeling little pain in pinky finger only.

Accepted Answer

Not 1 cause of pain: Cubital tunnel refers to compression of the ulnar nerve in the cubital tunnel. This  supplies the inside of the hand, including pinky. Nerve conduction tests can be performed (with or without EMG, although often they go together),to diagnose this. Ulnar neuropathy can be caused by multiple other reasons and pinky-pain can be caused by other non ulnar conditions - see a neurologist for consultation

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While on pain management and i take my pain medication less than prescribed will i still pass their drug test?

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The geneticist is sending my son for an emg for suspected congenital myasthenic syndrome in 3 of my kids. how painful is this test?

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Is there any way to?pass a urinary drug test if you have been taking pain medication?

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Is the lifestyle lift painful? i don't like my droopy neck and am looking at having a lifestyle lift. however, i am worried that the recovery will be painful. after the procedure, will i be taking pain medication? what kind? how long do patients usually n

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Can one be sedated or given pain medication if pelvic exams are painful?

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Had emg test 16th dec. injection into the muscle hand was painful, i still have some discomfort on and off. no swell, no red color, not constant pain.

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Two part ? whats the difference bettween an emg and nerve conduction test and is it more painful or less if you have nerve damage?

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Besides an emg is there another, less painful test for cubital tunnel? i am terrified of the test but i'm feeling little pain in pinky finger only.

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