I would give your current situation a chance to work first. I have heard different things about the emg. My house mate didn't think it hurt at all! But I also went with a friend, and I heard him yell. In my own situation, I declined the invitation. I have PN. I have been taking suppliments and B12 shots for a year. Several different things I am doing. Lidocane patches, Bio freeze, some medications. My doctor does believe me about the pain, and never insisted that I do that test. I wish you all the best. ginnie