Nerve Conduction Studies
The NCS is a test that excites the nerve cells in the extremities and muscles to elicit a response. We will measure that response in wave velocities, amplitudes, and latencies. Diagnostic focus is on radiculopathies, neuropathies, demyelination of the nerve and axonal loss. The motor and sensory components of the nerve are evaluated. From this data we can identify the approximate location of the nerve injury or lesion.
Vascular Studies
Vascular testing helps diagnose disorders of the arteries and veins in the legs, arms, neck and head utilizing non-invasive ultrasonic and imaging technologies. By measuring blood flow, these tests accurately document the presence, location and severity of occlusion. Diagnostic focus is on detecting abnormal flow resulting from blockage caused by blood clots, plaque, or inflammation.
Musculo-Skeletal Ultrasound
MSK ultrasound is a non-invasive way to assess the health of the soft tissue in and around the joints of the body. This includes the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves in the limbs. It is used to help diagnose sprains, strains, tears, trapped nerves, arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions. Ultrasound is safe and does not use ionizing radiation to take the image.
Spinal Ultrasounds
Diagnostic focus is on the facet, muscle and ligament of the vertebral and paravertebral region for inflammation due to the patient’s injury or instability of the spine. The exam consists of imaging of the Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, Sacroiliac joints bilaterally, and Trapezius muscles bilaterally.