Pre-Procedure
Nerve Conduction Studies:
- Be sure to bathe or shower on the morning of the test. Make sure to scrub arms and legs well to remove any oils.
- Wear short sleeve shirt or tank top
- DO NOT apply lotions or oils the day of the test.
EMG/Electromyography:
- Be sure to tell our staff about any blood thinner medication you are taking
- Be sure to tell our staff about any implantable devices (i.e., defibrillator) you may have
- Be sure to bathe or shower on the morning of the test. Make sure to scrub arms and legs well to remove any oil
- Wear short sleeve shirt or tank top
- DO NOT apply lotions or oils the day of the test
- Fill out our EMG Questionnaire and bring completed form to your appointment.
EEG/Electroencephalography
- Please arrive to your appointment with clean hair – no products (i.e., hairspray, gel, oils)
- Especially for those receiving an extended study, you may want to bring any items you would need to make your visit more comfortable (i.e., blankets, books, snacks)
- DIRECTIONS: Our EEG department is located adjacent to our main building at 2695 Lake Park Dr. North Charleston, SC 29406. Once you turn onto Elm’s Plantation Blvd. the entrance to this medical park will be your 2nd turn on the left. Turn left again at the stop sign and the building is at the end of the cul-de-sac on your left.
MRI:
- PLEASE advise the nurse and the MRI technician prior to your MRI if you are claustrophobic, have any metal in your body, have a pacemaker or any other implanted mechanical device.
- Always double check with your insurance company regarding prior authorization and in-network benefits prior to your test.