What is NCS?
NCS stands for Nerve Conduction Studies. These studies measure how long it takes for a nerve impulse to travel along a nerve. If the nerve is trapped, damaged or diseased the signals will be altered. Following some NCS, Electromyography (EMG) may need to be performed. This is a test that records the electrical activity naturally produced in your muscles. You may have one or both of these tests. The tests are used to investigate a number of different muscle and nerve problems and it will assist your consultant in his diagnosis and management of your complaint or condition. The doctor performing the test will explain the procedure before starting.
