Nerve Conduction Study and EMG in Uijeongbu, Korea

Electrical tests (TruTrace EMG) that measure how well nerves and muscles work, to diagnose pinched nerves, carpal tunnel syndrome and neuropathy.

In short: Electrical tests (TruTrace EMG) that measure how well nerves and muscles work, to diagnose pinched nerves, carpal tunnel syndrome and neuropathy.

What is Nerve Conduction Study and EMG?

A nerve conduction study measures the speed and strength of electrical signals travelling along a nerve, and electromyography (EMG) records the electrical activity of muscles. Together they show whether numbness, tingling or weakness comes from a pinched nerve in the neck or back, a trapped nerve at the wrist or elbow, or a more widespread nerve problem.

At a glance

• Type: Diagnostics
• Korean name: 신경전도·근전도 검사
• Performed or prescribed by: Dr. Ji Seung-hun, neurosurgeon
• Where: Yonsei Leaders Neurosurgery Clinic, 1 minute from Balgok Station Exit 2, Uijeongbu

How it works, step by step

1. Small surface electrodes are placed on the skin.
2. Brief, mild electrical pulses stimulate the nerve.
3. A fine EMG needle may record muscle activity.
4. Results are reviewed with you by the doctor.

Conditions it is used for

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the median nerve at the wrist causing numbness and tingling in the thumb, index and middle fingers, often worse at night.
• Cervical Radiculopathy: A pinched nerve root in the neck causing sharp arm pain, numbness or weakness along a specific nerve path.
• Sciatica: Pain radiating from the lower back or buttock down the back of the leg, caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve roots.
• Neck Disc Herniation: When a cervical disc bulges or ruptures and presses on a nerve, causing neck pain that spreads into the shoulder, arm or hand with…
• Lumbar Disc Herniation: A bulging or ruptured disc in the lower back pressing on a nerve, causing back pain and sciatica down the leg.

Benefits

• Objective measure of nerve damage
• Distinguishes neck versus wrist causes
• Guides treatment decisions

Recovery and aftercare

No downtime.

How many sessions will I need?

Single test; repeated only to track recovery.

Cost and insurance

Coverage depends on the exact procedure and your National Health Insurance (NHIS) status; the doctor explains costs before treatment. Many Korean private indemnity (실손) policies reimburse non-covered items. See the full price and insurance guide.

Book: call 031-874-7500. Yonsei Leaders Neurosurgery Clinic, 3F Yugyeong Bldg II, 181 Hoeryong-ro, Uijeongbu, Korea, 1 minute from Balgok Station Exit 2. Open Mon–Fri 09:00–20:00, Sat 09:00–14:00. See directions and international patient help.

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