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Had an emg on one side.is that enough to know i don't have als?
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Why the EMG/NCS?: It's vital to understand that when doctors order or do tests, they begin with the end in mind: They map out the possible results & their implications mentally before the test is ever done. So: It is remotely possible, though not likely, that an EMG/NCS done on one side could miss VERY early ALS on the other side. Is that what they were looking to rule out?
Answered 5/21/2016
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If done properly: Likely suffices, but historically, we used to check all 4 extremities. Sounds like, if you have spinal cord compression, the answer to your problems has been achieved. Discuss fully with the doctor who did the EMG
Answered 9/27/2014
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