This week we are going to discuss a diagnostic test which is often ordered to differentiate between diseases of the nerve and muscle, as well as the nerve itself and the myelin sheath of the nerve. A ...

This week we are going to discuss not an injury but a specific test that is performed to diagnose an injury. That test? The nerve conduction velocity test or NCV/EMG. The nerve conduction velocity ...

Foot drop is a walking condition that can occur due to stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), and other neurological disorders. Foot drop causes weakness or paralysis of the muscles that pull the foot ...

A large population-based study found that adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) who start treatment with sodium–glucose ...

Pain in your feet can make even simple tasks uncomfortable, negatively impacting your quality of life. There are many conditions that can cause aching or numbness in your feet, including lumbar ...

Foot massage therapy may be beneficial for those experiencing diabetic neuropathy. While more research is necessary, some evidence suggests massage can provide pain relief and improve circulation.

Locating the source of nerve pain can be like chasing a ghost. That’s because nerve signals from the pain source frequently transmit the wrong location to the brain. Now, doctors are finding a way to ...

The following text summarizes information provided in the video. There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves that emerge directly from the brain and are responsible for many functions, including movement and ...

Diabetes can affect nerve function. Regularly checking the body for signs such as bruises, tingling, and cuts is important. Here’s what an expert has to say. Diabetic neuropathy is a condition in ...

Beth Thiele remembers what her foot felt like after having her fourth foot surgery 2 1/2 years ago to try to fix damage caused by osteoarthritis. "It's like being electrocuted," she says. It was like ...