Q about EMG on Thursday (10/31)

Hi!! I have a nerve conduction test scheduled in two days and just had a quick question. I'm not so much scared of the sensations - I really want the results of this test, so I am ok with the pain. ;) I also understand that those with fibromyalgia can possibly have lasting symptoms from this too (mucking around with your muscles, I would imagine!).

My question, to those who have had this, is... I have two boys (7 and 10), and have to drive about 45 minutes to this appointment. I can either do the test this week, and drive myself (hubby has something going on at work this Thursday). Or, I can wait and have him drive me next week.

I'd prefer to get it done soon...... but do you think there will be any issues driving myself home afterward? The nurse promised it wouldn't be a problem. I was in two minor accidents in September (my fault - within 7 days of each other) and I can drive ok now... but... you know. I want to err on the side of caution. Especially with my kiddos in the car.

;)

Thanks!!
Jen

I hope you did okay.
I just had mine for both arms and shoulders, I don't want to do that ever again if I don't have to.

I have a weird body anyway, so maybe my opinion on this doesn't matter, but I didn't have any issues with driving afterwards.

At least I think we're talking about the same test--the one where very thin needles are placed in various places and they register muscle action (I think?)?

When I had that test done, the tech lady who did it was awesome. She was super fast. Right after each needle 'registered' on the machine, she immediately moved it to another area, and continued in that way--super fast. It made the test almost painless, because right when it began to feel uncomfortable, she was already moving it on.

I honestly thought it would be worse, but at least for me, it was very easy.