Nerve Conduction Study (NCS)
At KYN Super Speciality Clinics, Srikakulam, we offer Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) services to evaluate the health and function of your nerves. This advanced diagnostic test helps detect nerve damage, disorders, or dysfunctions affecting motor and sensory nerves throughout the body.
What is Nerve Conduction Study (NCS)?
NCS is a non-invasive test that measures how quickly and effectively electrical signals travel through your nerves. It’s commonly used to diagnose nerve injuries, neuromuscular disorders, and conditions related to chronic illnesses like diabetes.
When is NCS Recommended?
- Persistent numbness or tingling in hands or feet
- Muscle weakness or pain
- Suspected nerve compression (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome)
- Diagnosis of neuropathies – diabetic, hereditary, or drug-induced
- Radiculopathy (nerve root damage)
- Peripheral nerve injuries after trauma or surgery
- Conditions like Guillain-Barré Syndrome, ALS, or sciatica
What Conditions Can NCS Detect?
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Peripheral Neuropathy (common in diabetes)
- Cervical and Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Ulnar or Peroneal Nerve Palsy
- Brachial Plexus Injury
- Myasthenia Gravis and other neuromuscular disorders