My housemate had it done, said it was nothing. A neighbor had it done and hollered. I decided I didn't want to have the test and wiggled out of it. I am like you I guess, don't like needles. If your doctor really thinks this would help you for a DX , I guess you might have to do it. My DX was set before they asked me for the EMG. I wish you all the best in what ever you decide to do. ginnie