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Old 03-09-2011, 08:54 AM #1
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Getting EMG and NVC tests today. How badly does an EMG hurt?

I've had 2 cortisone shots in each foot as well as a nerve block shot in each foot (by podiatrist when we thought I had plantar fasciitis). Those were REALLY bad. I'm hoping the EMG isn't nearly as bad!

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Hi Brenda,

Of course everyone is going to be different. Some have compared the shocks to really strong static electricity like when rubbing your feet on a carpet and touching something grounded; others to a needle jab.

Whatever, it's not so bad as to spend any time worrying about it. It's quick, then it's over and done with.

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ever touch your tongue to a 9 volt battery? it's pretty similar. i've had my arms and legs done enough times. the other part of the test feels like a pin prick. overall - slightly uncomfortable but tolerable.
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It must be bit different for each of us, due to the MD/tech doing the testing & our own system or pain sensitivity.

Make sure to go to the bathroom before the test as a few of the zaps are are very quick but they are zingers. You don't want to have a full bladder...
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It must be bit different for each of us, due to the MD/tech doing the testing & our own system or pain sensitivity.

Make sure to go to the bathroom before the test as a few of the zaps are are very quick but they are zingers. You don't want to have a full bladder...
Thanks everyone! And Jo*mar - I especially appreciate your comment, as "slip-ups" can happen when I laugh or sneeze!

You guys are wonderful to take to time to answer questions.

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I've had them to hurt like blazes, others I was barely aware. Must depend on the tech.
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I have had 2 in the past year and while not comfortable they were tolerable.
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the cortisone shots i got into the bottom of my feet were the most painful injections i have ever had, even worse then getting a shot in the roof of the mouth. the emg,ncs never phased me. i realize you have gone already, i hope it went well for you.
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I agree with echoes...

The injections in the feet really hurt. I've had 3 in my left foot over the years... and they were all very painful. One in the ankle and 2 in the ball of the foot over the years.

The needles for an EMG are thinner and don't go as deep.

I had EMGs in my arms when my hands were so bad during my pregnancy... it was nothing compared to the pain I had every day 24/7.
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It must have been the Tech's for me because the 3 I had hurt like Hell. The worst part was the needles because the tech was stirring them in my muscles.
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