You wake up with pins and needles in your hands. Your foot feels numb when you walk—even when nothing obvious triggered it. You shrug and assume it’s “just stress” or “getting older.” But lingering tingling, numbness, or unexplained weakness could be signs of nerve or muscle dysfunction. That’s where EMG (Electromyography) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) come in—a powerful duo of tests that can uncover what’s really going on. At TheraMove & Diagnostics in Towson, MD, we bring that advanced testing closer, giving you clarity without long travel or guesswork.

What Are EMG & NCS—and Why They Matter

• NCS (Nerve Conduction Study): Small electrodes on the skin send tiny triggers to measure how fast nerves conduct signals. If a nerve is compressed or damaged (for example, in carpal tunnel or sciatica), the signals slow, weaken, or distort.

• EMG (Electromyography): A fine needle probes into muscle fibers to record electrical activity at rest and during movement. This lets us see if the muscles are responding properly or if the issue lies upstream in the nerve.

Together, they map out nerve-muscle health beyond what MRI or X-ray can show—so you don’t just treat symptoms, but target the cause.

Who Should Get Tested?

In Towson and surrounding areas, consider EMG/NCS if you experience:

• Recurring tingling, burning, or numbness in hands, arms, feet or legs

• Weakness: dropping things, uncertain footing, trouble gripping

• Pain that shoots out from your back, neck, or shoulder

• Symptoms that don’t align neatly with imaging (MRIs, X-rays)

• Suspected nerve compressions (carpal tunnel, radiculopathy)

These tests are often the next step when standard imaging hasn’t given answers.

What Happens During the Test

• The session typically lasts 30–60 minutes depending on how many areas need testing

• NCS triggers a light tingling sensation as nerves fire; EMG involves a quick pinch from the needle—brief, but informative

• No downtime: most patients go right back to their routines

• Our experts interpret results and explain them clearly, then walk you through the best path forward—whether that’s therapy, referral, or further diagnostics

Why Towson Locals Love Having It Nearby

• No more traveling to far-off diagnostic centers

• Faster diagnosis = faster treatment, fewer delays

• We combine diagnostics and therapy at one clinic

• Many insurance plans accept these tests—ask us what your plan covers

Take Action

Don’t wait for symptoms to worsen. If you’ve been wondering whether your weird tingles or weakness are “nothing,” get the clarity you deserve. Call TheraMove & Diagnostics in Towson today and book your EMG / NCS test. Let’s get to the bottom of your pain—and start healing with precision.