Most children tolerate the procedure well, but some patients benefit from sedation to help them lay still, particularly during the EMG. See the instructions for sedation.
The NC test is done first. Electrode stickers will be put on the wrist or ankle. Your child will feel a tingling sensation or tapping which will make the fingers or toes jump. This can feel strange, but doesn't usually hurt.
If your doctor has requested an EMG, this will be done next.
The tip of a very small, thin needle will be placed into the muscle and the doctor will ask your child to move in a certain way. This part of the test does not take long, but there may be some minor discomfort from the needle poke.
The technologist cannot give you the results of the test. The information will be analyzed and the report will be sent electronically to the referring doctor.
