Two additional diagnostic tests that may be of use are magnetic resonance imaging and electrodiagnostic testing.
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The AANEM Foundation helps fund numerous studies and research awards related to neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine.
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Most of the electrodiagnostic abnormalities seen in myopathies are also seen in neuropathies ( nerve disorders ).
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The American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine certifies US physicians in electrodiagnostic medicine and certifies technologists in nerve conduction studies.
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The American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine certifies US physicians in electrodiagnostic medicine and certifies technologists in nerve conduction studies.
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One common electrodiagnostic measurement includes the difference between sensory nerve conduction velocities in the pinkie finger and index finger.
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AANEM tracks and responds to federal and state legislative and regulatory health policies related to neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic medicine.
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Electrodiagnostic testing can help distinguish myopathies from neuropathies, which can help determine the course of further work-up.
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Electrophysiological recording in general is sometimes called electrography ( from " diagnostic purposes is included within the category of electrodiagnostic testing.
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Patients will typically be referred to a specialist in electrodiagnostic medicine if they have numbness, tingling, pain, weakness or spasms.
