Electromyography (EMG)
An EMG measures muscle response to nerve stimulation and evaluates electrical activity within selected muscle fibers. The test can help your doctor differentiate between a muscle and nerve disorder.
View ArticleNerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Testing
NCV and EMG tests measure nerve conduction and muscle action potential. These tests are performed to determine if symptoms (e.g. sciatica, weakness) are caused by a nerve or muscle disorder.
View ArticlePhysical Exam
The physical exam is one way the doctor will try to assess your pain and condition. In this examination, he or she will feel your spine, check how well your joints move, and ask you questions about...
View ArticleMRI vs. Myelogram
There are several advantages to having a myelogram to help diagnose your back pain, in addition to an MRI scan. But myelograms are not flawless diagnostic tests. Article describes both the benefits and...
View ArticleExams and Tests Center
To accurately diagnose your spine condition, your doctor will run exams and tests. In the SpineUniverse Exams and Tests Center, learn the difference between and x-ray and an MRI—and how both of them...
View ArticleFRAX® Tool Helps Determine Who’s at Risk for Bone Fractures
FRAX is bone assessment diagnostic tool. It looks at a person’s age, bone density, and other risk factors to estimate their chance of breaking a hip or other major bone in the next decade. It is of...
View ArticleElectromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Tests
Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction velocity (NCV) are electrodiagnostic tests performed to measure the electrical activity of muscles and nerves. These tests may be an important part of a...
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3 Ways to Protect Yourself from Radiation from Spinal Imaging
Discussing risks and benefits with your doctor shouldn’t only be about treatment—the conversation is also important during the diagnostic process.
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Patient Opinions About Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
Electronic Health Records (EHRs) help patients partner with their doctors. Read the results of a study that polled patients’ opinions about this resource.
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What Patients Want to Know Before Having an Imaging Exam
X-rays and imaging tests for back pain were included in a study of what patients want to know about their procedure, radiation exposure, and how they prefer to receive information.
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Diagnosing Back or Neck Pain: The Physical Examination
Diagnosing your back or neck pain involves a physical examination, review of your symptoms, medical history, neurological assessment, and movement tests.
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Ultrasonography is Ultrasound Imaging Used to Help Diagnose Spinal Disorders
Ultrasonography, also called sonography or medical ultrasound, is a diagnostic test performed to help diagnosis the cause of neck or back pain and spine disorders.
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Scoliosis and EOS Imaging
The EOS® Imaging System uses low dose radiation to image the spine, pelvis and lower limbs, such as in cases of scoliosis and sagittal imbalance
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Do I Really Need an X-ray or MRI for Lower Back Pain?
What role does x-ray or MRI play in diagnosing the cause of lower back pain? Lower back pain symptoms and co-existing medical conditions that may suggest the need for lumbar spine image tests.
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Cervical (Neck) Implants used in Spine Surgery
Cervical implants are devices surgeons use to decompress (remove pressure from nerves) and to stabilize the neck. These procedures are performed to reduce neck pain.
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Posterior Cervical Implants used in Spine Survery
Cervical implants, such as plates, rods and screws, are different types of spinal instrumentation spine surgeons may use during surgery to stabilize the neck and reduce pain.
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Lumbar (Low Back) Implants Stabilize the Spine
New lumbar (low back) spinal implants, such as artificial discs, are designed to help preserve motion.
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Lumbar (Low Back) Surgical Implants
Implants are devices (such as cages, rods, screws) that, when combined with bone graft, stabilize the low back.
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Bone Densitometry Exam DEXA
A bone densitometry exam, also known as a bone density test, bone mineral density test, or dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) diagnose osteoporosis or osteopenia, and assess your risk for...
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Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar Discography Information
Discography confirms or denies the disc(s) as a pain source. Learn how the procedure is performed and its importance in planning spine surgery.
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