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If i have spinal nerve damage from an lp, how will i know for sure? will an mri show that type of damage?
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Nerve damage: Spinal access may cause nerve damage, espeically in untrained hands. An emg/ncv (electro-myogram, nerve conduction velocity) study would reveal if there is actual nerve damage. The damage may also depend on the type of needle used to access the spinal fluid. A sharp needle may lead to more damage compared to a "pencil-point" needle.
Answered 2/1/2021
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