What is a nerve conduction study?
Nerve conduction study (NCS) is a diagnostic test used to evaluate the function of peripheral nerves and muscles. The test measures the speed and strength of nerve signals as they travel through a nerve and can help diagnose nerve damage and muscle disease. The test involves passing electrical stimulation through electrodes placed on the skin and measuring the response using electrodes placed on the muscles. The results can help diagnose conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and Guillain-Barré syndrome.
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