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For what length of time does pain from emg test last?
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EMG Pain: Very fine needles are used to perform an EMG or electromyography. Most practitioners will use a type of needle which is covered by a material like teflon with only the tip of the needle exposed. This helps with patient comfort. Also, only a portion of the needle beyond the tip enters the muscle and only transiently. Stretching the skin prior to needle insertion helps. Any pain is temporary.
Answered 6/10/2014
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