Nerve conduction studies

Neurophysiology tests

Our neurophysiology experts can carry out different sensory and muscle tests to measure your nerve impulses

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What are nerve conduction studies?

Nerve conduction studies help measure the speed at which nerves send messages to the brain. This is done by placing electrodes on your skin.

Your consultant then uses electrical activity to record how fast impulse moves along a nerve. The tests normally lasts no longer than one hour.

Need to know

  • What happens during the nerve conduction studies? icon plus

    Dependent on what your consultant feels necessary, there may be three parts to the test:

    1. Sensory nerve testing (SNT) - Assesses nerves supplying sensation - Electrodes are placed on fingers and other body parts (same for MNT) - You will feel a repetitive tapping sensation (same MNT) - Measures delays in nerve messages along your limbs

    2. Motor nerve testing (MNT) - Measures nerve supply to your muscles - As the muscle twitches, any delay will provide your consultant with vital information

    3. EMG testing - A small electrode needle carrying a recording wire is inserted into your muscle. Your consultant measures muscle reactivity on a screen

  • How to prepare for the studies icon plus

    Your consultant will explain the procedure and answer any questions you may have. Please inform us in advance if you have been fitted with a pacemaker for your heart.

  • After the nerve conduction studies icon plus

    You should be able to go home as normal shortly after the test. Your consultant will contact you as soon as they receive the results of the nerve studies. They can then arrange a follow-up appointment with you to discuss the next steps.

Our neurophysiologists

We're proud to work with leading experts in neurophysiology and nerve responses, whose skills are matched by their integrity and compassion.
You may be referred to neurophysiology by a neurologist, a neurosurgeon or a peripheral nerve specialist or an orthopaedic consultant. 

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From complex nerve surgery to neurophysiology tests, we provide exceptional nerve injury services across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.

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This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.
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