EMG Test Risks. An EMG is generally safe to undergo and there are few complications. Very rarely, there may be: An infection at the insertion site, especially if your skin is swollen there ...

An EMG test result may confirm a diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome or indicate the need for further testing. In some cases, it also indicates where the nerve pressure exists in the wrist.

An electromyography (EMG) test measures electrical activity within the muscles. Although it can be done independently, an EMG is usually performed alongside nerve conduction studies, which measure ...

An electromyography (EMG) test measures electrical activity within the muscles. Although it can be done independently, an EMG is usually performed alongside nerve conduction studies, which measure ...

“EMG is a test to look at the electrical activity of your nerves and muscles,” said Michael Andary, MD, MSU Health Care who performs electrodiagnostic testing at McLaren Greater Lansing’s ...