Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
Electromyogram Testing in Michigan Find the source of numbness, weakness, and nerve pain
Electromyogram testing is an excellent diagnostic tool for evaluating the health of muscles and the nerves that control them.
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What is EMG testing and why is it used?
EMG, or electromyography, measures how your nerves and muscles respond and work together, unlike X-rays that show anatomy. At the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, board-certified physicians use EMG results to find nerve irritation, compression, or damage, tell whether symptoms start in the spine or peripheral nerves, and guide treatment choices.
At the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, our team uses electromyogram testing as one of our most effective diagnostic tools to get to the root cause of what is causing your pain and then apply a treatment option that will be as effective as possible. We’ll take a closer look at electromyogram testing and how it can be used to help you get answers for what is causing your chronic pain.
Why Electromyogram Testing is Often Recommended By Our Board-Certified Doctors
Electromyogram testing is a diagnostic tool often recommended for patients when other tests, such as X-rays, are unable to provide a complete picture of what is causing their pain. Using electromyogram testing, our pain management doctors can pinpoint if your pain is caused by:
- Pinched nerves
- Sciatica
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Peripheral neuropathy
- And more
With this powerful diagnostic tool, our doctors will be able to identify the root cause of your pain and then recommend a treatment pathway that fights pain at its source.
What Can I Expect From Electromyogram Testing?
Electromyogram testing is a minimally invasive diagnostic test that is well tolerated by the vast majority of patients. Typically, electromyogram testing is done in two parts: a nerve conduction study and electromyography. During the nerve conduction study, small electrodes will be placed on the skin, which will administer small electrical pulses to the treatment site. These impulses help our doctors evaluate nerve speed and the strength of nerve signals. The next part of the test, electromyography, involves inserting a small needle into specific muscles in the body. The needle contains an electrode that measures muscle activity both at rest and during movement to identify abnormal muscle movements and nerve functions. The entire test takes between 30 and 60 minutes, typically, depending on the number of nerves and muscles chosen for testing. While you may experience some mild discomfort during electromyogram testing, the vast majority of patients describe it as only mildly uncomfortable.
How Electromyogram Testing Results Can Guide Your Treatment
Electromyogram results are used to both avoid unnecessary treatments and select a treatment option that is as effective as possible for your chronic pain-causing condition. Results from an electromyogram are ready immediately, and our doctors can discuss your results with you the same day so that treatment for your pain can begin as quickly as possible. We most commonly use electromyogram testing to differentiate between spinal, neural, and muscular causes of your pain. Once we have identified the cause of your pain, treatment can begin immediately, and the ideal treatment option can be chosen for your specific case of pain.
Chronic Pain Causing Conditions That Can be Diagnosed With Electromyogram Testing
Electromyogram testing is able to diagnose a number of chronic pain-causing conditions and injuries. At the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, our team uses electromyogram testing to diagnose:
- Sciatica
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Muscular weakness
- Ulnar nerve entrapment
- Peripheral neuropathy
This diagnostic tool helps our doctors help you avoid unnecessary treatments and prioritize the most effective ones.
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Conditions
Conditions Evaluated With EMG
Pinched nerves, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, and neuropathy are common reasons patients are referred for EMG testing.
Lumbar or cervical radiculopathy causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
Pain that radiates from the low back into the leg.
Numbness and tingling in the hand from nerve compression.
Nerve Entrapment
Ulnar or radial nerve compression in the arm.
Burning, tingling, or numb feet and hands.
Lasting symptoms after trauma to a nerve.
Patient reviews
What Our Patients Say
In Their Words
We were amazed at how thorough the explanation of the recommended procedure was. I knew just what would happen and what I was agreeing to.
Steve G. Regenerative medicine patient
This doctor is very professional, using layman’s terms and taking his time with my parents to fully explain everything, and in answering all our questions!
Rosanna Windsor, Ontario · Family of a stem cell patient
Dr Nabity answered every question/concerns I had prior to the procedure in detail. If you leave a message for him he always calls you back himself.
Connie H. New Baltimore, MI · Stem cell patient
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Individual results vary. Reviews reflect each patient’s own experience.
Your visit
Your Path to Treatment
Most visits follow four simple steps. Our team guides you through each one and answers questions along the way.
1. Consultation
Meet your physician, talk through your symptoms, and review your history and goals.
2. Diagnosis & Imaging
Ultrasound or other imaging helps identify the source of your pain.
3. Treatment
Your physician performs the EMG test and reviews the results with you to guide next steps.
4. Follow-Up
Check-ins track your progress and adjust your plan as needed.
Insurance & cost
Insurance, Self-Pay, and Clear Pricing
We accept many major insurance plans for consultations, testing, and many spine and joint procedures. Regenerative treatments such as PRP and stem cell therapy are usually self-pay, so you get a clear estimate before you decide.
Usually billed to insurance
- Consultations and office visits
- EMG and nerve testing
- Epidural, facet, and SI joint injections
- Nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and nerve stimulators
Usually self-pay
- PRP and stem cell therapy (BMAC)
- Prolotherapy
- PRP hair restoration
- Stem cell banking
Self-pay options include prompt-pay discounts, payment plans, and HSA or FSA funds for eligible expenses.
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UMR coming soon. Blue Care Network plans require a referral. Coverage varies by plan and service, so call Rochester Hills (248) 216-1008 or Grand Rapids (616) 288-1109 and we will check your benefits.
Why patients choose Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
- Board-certified physicians Every procedure is performed by a board-certified physician, not a technician.
- Image-guided precision Ultrasound or fluoroscopic (x-ray) guidance places treatment exactly where it is needed.
- Your own cells, prepared on site Platelets and bone marrow cells are processed in our in-house lab during your visit.
- Results we track We have reported patient outcomes to the DataBiologics registry since 2019.
- Clear, upfront pricing Itemized estimates before treatment, prompt-pay discounts, and payment plans.
- Physicians who teach physicians Our doctors teach orthobiologic courses and helped write national back pain guidelines.
Our physicians
Meet Your Care Team
Thomas Nabity, MD
Board-certified physician
John Santa Ana, DO
Board-certified physician
Robert Farhat, DO
Board-certified physician
Kevin M. Nemeth, MD
Board-certified physician
John Steele, MD
Board-certified physician
Christopher Hannasch, DO
Board-certified physician
Credentials & memberships
Training You Can Look Up
Board certification shows a physician completed specialty training and passed independent exams. Our physicians go further, with added certifications and memberships in orthobiologics, musculoskeletal ultrasound and electrodiagnostic medicine. Each program is run by an independent organization, so you can see exactly what it requires.
PM&R Board Certification
Board certification in physical medicine and rehabilitation, the specialty focused on restoring function.
Pain Medicine Board Certification
Board certification in pain medicine, covering evaluation and treatment of complex pain conditions.
IOF Certification Courses
Advanced knee, hip and spine certification courses in image-guided orthobiologic procedures.
IOF Instructors & Training Hub
Our physicians teach other doctors as IOF instructors, and our Rochester Hills clinic hosts training.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Certified in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, the imaging used to guide our treatments.
Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Board certification in electrodiagnostic medicine, the specialty behind EMG and nerve testing.
American Academy of PM&R
The national society for physiatrists, physicians focused on restoring movement.
Interventional Pain (ASIPP)
A society that sets education and practice standards for interventional pain medicine.
Orthopaedic Medicine (AAOM)
A physician group focused on non-surgical musculoskeletal care, including prolotherapy.
DataBiologics Registry
We report patient outcomes to a national orthobiologics registry to track results over time.
Patient stories
Hear From Our Patients
Patients describe their own experiences with care at the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine. Individual results vary.
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FAQ
EMG Testing Questions
Answers to common questions about EMG testing. Your physician can address your specific situation during a consultation.
What does EMG stand for?
Electromyography, a test of how your nerves and muscles work together.
How is EMG different from an MRI?
MRI and X-rays show structure. EMG shows how nerves and muscles function.
Why would I need an EMG?
For persistent numbness, tingling, weakness, or radiating pain, especially when other tests have not found the cause.
What conditions can EMG help identify?
Pinched nerves in the neck or back, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve entrapment, peripheral neuropathy, and nerve injuries.
Who performs the test?
Board-certified physicians at our clinics perform and interpret EMG testing.
What happens after the test?
Your physician reviews the results with you and explains which treatments fit.
Is EMG covered by insurance?
EMG testing can usually be billed to insurance. Coverage depends on your plan.
Can EMG show whether pain comes from my spine?
Yes. EMG can help tell whether symptoms start in the spine or in the peripheral nerves.
How should I prepare?
Your team will give you instructions when you schedule.
How do I schedule EMG testing?
Call (248) 216-1008 for Rochester Hills or (616) 288-1109 for Grand Rapids, or use the short form on this page.
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Rochester Hills Clinic
355 Barclay Cir, Suite A
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Grand Rapids Clinic
1000 E. Paris Ave SE, Suite 221
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Areas we serve
EMG Testing Near You
Patients visit our Rochester Hills and Grand Rapids clinics from across Michigan.
