Red Flowers i have had numerous EMG/NCS's over the last 9 years now done by 4 different doctors. i wont say that it is pleasurable, but it is really no big deal. the needles are very slim and dont hurt. the electrical zaps are no big deal. its just something to get through. and then its done. nothing that you cant do. i dont hesitate when the time comes for me to get another one and it is nothing i worry about when one is coming up. It is important that you have objective medical testing findings for your ssdi application.