Allen,
50 is a piece of cake, I hopped over the hill (I love that Diana!) 3 years ago and it's not so bad over here..
I never had an EMG but I have had MRI's with no trouble but not since I had RSD though.. Just take a Xanax and relax as much as you can. Mom does know best.
I am glad you have insurance again, that makes life so much easier financially.
Take care,
Pauliana