The electrodiagnostic evaluation of radiculopathy

Electrodiagnostic studies play an important role in the evaluation of radiculopathy. This article reviews the use of standard nerve conduction studies, late responses, evoked potentials, and needle electrode examination in the work-up of lumbosacral and cervical radiculopathy.

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Published inPhysical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America Vol. 22; no. 1; p. 59
Main Authors Plastaras, Christopher T, Joshi, Anand B
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.02.2011
Subjects
Electromyography
Evoked Potentials, Somatosensory
Humans
Medical History Taking
Muscles - innervation
Neural Conduction
Physical Examination
Predictive Value of Tests
Prognosis
Radiculopathy - diagnosis
Radiculopathy - physiopathology
Skin - innervation
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Summary:Electrodiagnostic studies play an important role in the evaluation of radiculopathy. This article reviews the use of standard nerve conduction studies, late responses, evoked potentials, and needle electrode examination in the work-up of lumbosacral and cervical radiculopathy.
ISSN:1558-1381
DOI:10.1016/j.pmr.2010.10.005