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Alternatives ways to test or visibly look at peripheral nerves apart from ncs as i do not think they are accurate or reliable due to muscle memory ?
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Physical exam: The EMG and NCS tests are accurate but have limitations. This type of test will not show all nerve problems. Like all medical tests there is a risk of error or a false positive or false negative result. The answer is to see a neurologist who can do a thorough examination and help sort out your problems
Answered 4/26/2015
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