A member asked:

I have sharp shooting pains down my legs. they feel so fragile like toothpicks. i am having an emg done this week. what for?

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Dr. Jimmy Bowen answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

EMG: To evaluate how well the nerves from your back are doing. Also able to evaluate potential muscle problems as well.

Answered 1/11/2015

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