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While you can tell your doctor that you have a headache or persistent leg pain, you don’t always know what’s causing the discomfort. And while an experienced physician can estimate what your problem is based on your injury or symptoms, he prefers to verify findings and the extent of the damage with accurate, up-to-date diagnostic tests. Find this level of commitment to a definitive diagnosis and the proper treatment at Neuro Injury Specialists. Call the NY and NJ area doctors today to schedule your tests.

What Are Diagnostic Testing?

If you’ve suffered a brain injury, a neurological disorder or nerve damage, you need to undergo diagnostic tests to assess the extent and nature of your condition. Neuro Injury Specialists, in New York and New Jersey offer a range of diagnostic tests designed to help your doctors determine the best course of treatment for you.

These tests are performed by experienced and qualified doctors and technicians, using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. The most common — and useful — tests delivered at the NYC and NJ clinic include:

Diagnostic Tests in New York and New Jersey

What Is a Nerve Conduction (NCV) Test?

A nerve conduction test (NCV) is a diagnostic procedure that assesses the speed and efficiency of electrical signal transmission from your nerves. It can assist in identifying nerve dysfunction or injury. Electrodes are applied to your skin over the nerve being evaluated as part of the procedure

Depending on the kind and size of the nerve, the normal range of nerve conduction velocity is typically between 50 and 60 meters per second. A nerve disease is indicated by a nerve conduction velocity that’s lower than normal. Using an NCV test, conditions that can be identified include:

Neuralgia
Neuropathy
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Issues with sciatic nerves
Numbness and Tingling in Hands and Feet
Guillain-Barre syndrome

Diagnostic tests are essential for anyone who has experienced a neurological injury or has symptoms of a neurological disorder. They help your doctors understand the cause and extent of your condition and guide them to the best treatment options. At Neuro Injury Specialists, in New York and New Jersey, there are a variety of diagnostic tests designed to assess your nerve, muscle, brain and balance functions.

Contact Neuro Injury Specialists in New York and New Jersey to schedule an appointment with one of the specialists. Don't wait; call now and get the diagnosis you require.

What Is an EEG?

Through electrodes inserted on your scalp, the electroencephalogram (EEG) records electrical activity in your brain. The ensuing brainwave patterns indicate anomalies that would otherwise be difficult to identify.

With proper information, your doctor then can plan the best therapy for you. An EEG, therefore, is a helpful and safe test that can reveal significant information about:

Your brain's health
How your brain is functioning
What’s causing your symptoms
Whether you have a brain illness such as epilepsy or other seizure disorders

How Can an Electroencephalogram Help with a Diagnosis of Brain Damage?

An electrocardiogram (ENG) examination records certain movements that are governed by your nervous system, such as:

Eye movements
Reaction to changes in air pressure within the ear canal
Your head posture
How you react to visual stimuli

This information allows your best neurologist to find anomalies in the vestibular system and brain circuits that regulate balance and orientation in space. It can be used to diagnose disorders that result in:

Headaches
Vertigo
Lightheadedness
Hearing loss

What’s a Videonystagmography (VNG) Exam?

To offer a more sensitive assessment, videonystagmography (VNG) uses comparable stimuli with infrared cameras. A VNG is a diagnostic test that measures your eye movements to assess your balancing system. Wearing special goggles with infrared cameras that capture your eye movements is required for the exam.

You’re asked to move your head and body in different postures while watching moving or stable lights. Warm or cold air or water may also be put in your ears to stimulate your inner ear. The test findings indicate whether there’s a problem with the nerves or regions of your brain involved in your sense of balance, including the:

Vestibular nerve
Ocular motor nerves
The trochal

How Can Somatosensory Evoked Potential (SSEP) Help?

Assessments known as somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEPs) entail lightly stimulating a nerve while monitoring the response via the brain and spinal cord. Transmission speed and response amplitude measurements can identify damaged neural pathways or damage brought on by trauma or diseases such as multiple sclerosis.

A signal is sent from the stimuli to your brain and spinal cord via the nerve. Using electrodes affixed to your scalp and/or spine, the test determines how long it takes for the signal to arrive at various places along its path. The test's results indicate whether there’s a transmission delay or stoppage in the signal. A slower than normal signal speed may indicate a problem with the nerve, spinal cord or brain, such as:

Inflammation
Spinal Cord Compression
Injury or disease

Somatosensory Evoked Potentials in Brooklyn

What’s Involved in a Comprehensive Neurocognitive Evaluation and Assessment?

A comprehensive neurocognitive evaluation gives your doctors an overall view of your abilities in areas such as:

Memory
Attention
Processing speed
Language
Spatial skills
Reasoning

Standardized tests effectively screen for diseases caused by brain tumors, stroke, dementia, head trauma or developmental issues. Because cognitive capacities are usually harmed by traumatic brain injuries or degenerative disorders, this evaluation consists of a set of tests that assess many parts of your cognitive abilities.

Comprehensive Neurocognitive Evaluation in Brooklyn New York

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Benjamin M.

Dr. Dmitriy Dvoskin's headache treatment was a game-changer for me. Suffering from chronic headaches for years, I felt hopeless until I found Dr. Dvoskin. His expertise and compassionate care guided me through a personalized treatment plan that finally brought relief. I can't thank him enough for giving me my life back.

John J.

Dr. Mark Cohen's nerve pain treatment has been a game-changer for me. Suffering from debilitating nerve pain, I was desperate for relief until I found Dr. Cohen. His expertise and personalized approach made all the difference. Through innovative treatments and compassionate care, he not only alleviated my pain but also restored my hope and quality of life. I can't thank Dr. Cohen enough for his exceptional care and commitment to healing.

Fransiska J.

Dr. Leon Reyfman's expertise in treating traumatic brain injuries is truly remarkable. Following a devastating accident, his compassionate care and unwavering support guided me through the complexities of recovery. Dr. Reyfman's personalized approach and cutting-edge treatments not only aided in physical healing but also provided invaluable emotional support. I'm deeply grateful for his dedication and expertise, which have been instrumental in my journey toward recovery and renewed hope.

James A.

The neuro injury treatment I received at the Neuro Injury Specialists office was exceptional. From the moment I walked in, I was met with professionalism, empathy, and expertise. The multidisciplinary team conducted thorough evaluations and tailored a comprehensive treatment plan specifically for my needs. Their cutting-edge approach, coupled with genuine care, made all the difference in my recovery journey. I wholeheartedly recommend Neuro Injury Specialists to anyone seeking top-notch care and support for neuro injuries.

Contact Neuro Injury Specialists in New York and New Jersey to schedule an appointment with one of the specialists. Don't wait; call now and get the diagnosis you require

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