Neurology Services
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 Podcast: Electroencephalogram
Detailed information on electroencephalogram (EEG), including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care. |
Podcast: Electromyography
Detailed information on electromyography (EMG), including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care. |
Podcast: Nerve Conduction Velocity
Detailed information on nerve conduction velocity, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the nervous system and nerve conduction velocity procedure. |
For quality neurology services (the branch of medicine that deals with the study and treatment of nervous system disorders) you can turn to DeKalb Regional Medical Center (DRMC).
We offer a wide range of services for patients with disorders of the brain, spinal cord and nervous system. Our staff treats a wide range of conditions associated with the nervous system, including:
- epilepsy
- stroke
- chronic pain syndromes
- memory problems
- nerve and muscle disorders
- headaches
- movement disorders such as tremors and Parkinson’s disease
Two commonly used tests to diagnose neurological disorders are:
An EEG measures and records the brain’s electrical activity through sensors attached to the head and connected by wires to a computer. This test can detect conditions such as seizures and help diagnose stroke and other brain-related injuries.
An EMG/NCS records the electrical activity of muscles and nerves. It can detect abnormal muscle and nerve electrical activity for many diseases and conditions, including neuropathies (nerve diseases), myopathies (muscle diseases), focal neuropathies such as pinched nerves and other focal nerve injuries in the arms and legs. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is another disorder that can only be diagnosed with EMG/NCS.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computerized tomography (CT) also are available at DRMC. These tests are used for faster and more accurate diagnosis of organic brain and spinal cord diseases such as tumors, bleeding and infections.
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms or disorders, it’s good to know you have an experienced specialist and treatment options close to home.
For an appointment, call the DeKalb Neurology and Sleep Clinic at 256-845-0345.