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Nerve conductivity test for Carpal tunnel Syndrome Options
bpeal1
#1 Posted : Monday, September 05, 2011 7:25:06 PM Quote
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Hello

I saw my consultant today. As I have had a lot of tingling in some of my fingers she thinks I may have Carpal Tunnel Sydrome and said she wants to refer me to have nerve conductivity tests done. Has anyone had this done or know what is involved? Any experiences would be gratefully recieved.

Thank you
Becky
Naomi1
#2 Posted : Monday, September 05, 2011 8:05:11 PM Quote
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I had it done recently for the same problem. You sit down with a cushion across your lap. Sticky pads and clips are placed on your hands, fingers and arms. A mild electric current is sent along the wire and measurements are taken of your twitching. It feels like very mild electric shocks. I probably had about 8 tests altogether. It is a bit uncomfortable but not painful. Please don't worry as i would be fine about having it done again (and I'm a real wuss).

Hope this reassures you.

Naomi.
bpeal1
#3 Posted : Monday, September 05, 2011 10:24:17 PM Quote
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Thank you Naomi, that is reassuring to know. Just have to wait for my appointment now.

Becky
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#4 Posted : Tuesday, September 06, 2011 8:43:33 AM Quote
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Hope it all goes well, Becky. xx
bevie
#5 Posted : Tuesday, September 06, 2011 11:52:28 AM Quote
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Hi Becky i had this done a long time ago before i was diagnosed properly. It doesn't hurt it is just a peculiar feeling in your arms and leaves them feeling a bit shaky. Good luck.

Bevxx
bpeal1
#6 Posted : Wednesday, September 07, 2011 11:52:58 AM Quote
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Thank you everyone for your experiences and good wishes. I am feeling much better about it now. I'll let you know how I get on.

Becky Smile

P.s. Bev when you say it leaves your arms feeling a bit shaky would it be ok to drive home or do I need to get someone to give me a lift?
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#7 Posted : Wednesday, September 07, 2011 1:04:59 PM Quote
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Hi Becky,

When I had this done, I felt no pain whatsoever and drove home.

Take care

Annex
bevie
#8 Posted : Wednesday, September 07, 2011 6:14:35 PM Quote
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Hi again Becky i drove myself home so you would probably be ok to drive.

Bevxx
bpeal1
#9 Posted : Sunday, September 11, 2011 8:08:38 PM Quote
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Thank you for sharing your experiences. Much appreciated.

Becky
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#10 Posted : Tuesday, September 13, 2011 5:22:11 PM Quote
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Had this done and the op .Tests a little strange but not to bad a little shakiness after but drove no problem.
If you need the op mine was very sucessfull .Only prob thety put your arm up for a short while after the op .
I cannot use my other hand so the nurse had to feed me the lwelcome cup of tea !!! but home same day .Laugh

Kate
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#11 Posted : Tuesday, September 13, 2011 6:22:24 PM Quote
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Hi Becky, I had this too, came back moderate carpal tunnel in left hand and mild in right. Meant to wear wrist splints as much as possible, but as I look after toddlers, thats not much lol!! but test is nothing to worry about, you'll be fine x x x Smile
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