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How does the doctor know if the diagnosis is compression neuropathies?
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Testing: To diagnose nerve root entrapment/compression, the doctor may utilize EMG and/or nerve conduction velocity tests (after clinical examination) to determine where the compression is located. Sometimes radiographic studies, such as MRI or ct, may be used as well.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Examination: A good physical examination can diagnose a compression neuropathy. This diagnosis can be confirmed with tests such as mris and emgs(nerve tests).
Answered 4/24/2016
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I dont use this term: Ot describes many disorders it a class of neuropathies is this a chiro?
Answered 7/5/2012
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