Do you feel numbness and tingling in feet and hands?

You may have nerve damage or Polyneuropathy, if you are diabetic, have nutritional and vitamin deficiencies or been exposed to medicines that cause nerve damage. Click here to learn more about Polyneuropathy.

Polyneuropathy and Nerve Damage Testing

If you experience tingling, numbness, or burning sensations in your hands or feet, you may have polyneuropathy—damage to multiple nerves. This can be caused by diabetes, vitamin deficiencies, or certain medications.

How it’s tested:

• Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS): Small electrical pulses are applied to your skin to measure how quickly and effectively your nerves send signals.
• Electromyography (EMG): A fine needle is inserted into muscles to assess how well the nerves are controlling them.
• Blood Tests: These check for underlying causes like diabetes, low vitamin B12, or thyroid issues.
• Further Testing: In some cases, genetic testing or a nerve biopsy may be needed to identify rare or inherited conditions.

Do you suffer with Neck and Back Pain?

For further evaluation you may need to see a neurologist for neurological assessment and consultation, electrodiagnostic testing (NCS/EMG), and radiological evaluation (with MRI Scan).

Neck and Back Pain – Radiculopathy Assessment

Pain that radiates from your neck or lower back into your arms or legs may be due to nerve root compression, known as cervical or lumbosacral radiculopathy.

How it’s evaluated:

• NCS/EMG: These tests help determine whether the pain is due to nerve root irritation or another nerve-related issue. EMG is especially useful for identifying muscle changes caused by nerve damage.
• MRI Scan: This imaging test provides detailed pictures of your spine to identify any disc problems, inflammation, or nerve compression.

• Do you have unexplained loss of consciousness or seizures or suffer from Epilepsy?
You will see a neurologist for neurological assessment and consultation, Electroencephalography (EEG) test, radiological evaluation – MRI Scan and epilepsy treatment and management with antiepileptic medications.

Seizures, Epilepsy, and Loss of Consciousness – EEG Testing

If you’ve experienced unexplained blackouts, seizures, or have been diagnosed with epilepsy, an EEG (Electroencephalogram) can help assess your brain’s electrical activity.

Types of EEG:

• Routine EEG: A short test done while you’re awake, using electrodes on your scalp to record brain waves.
• Sleep or Sleep-Deprived EEG: These tests are done while you’re asleep or after staying awake for an extended period to increase the chance of detecting abnormal activity.
• Ambulatory EEG: A portable device records your brain activity over 1–3 days while you go about your normal routine.
• Video EEG Monitoring: Combines EEG with video to capture both brain activity and physical symptoms during a seizure.