elektrodiagnostyka

Elektrodiagnostyka, often referred to as electrodiagnosis, is a medical field that uses electrical activity to diagnose medical conditions. It primarily involves the study of the electrical properties of biological tissues and organs. This diagnostic process is crucial for evaluating the function of the nervous system and muscles.

The most common electrodiagnostic techniques include electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS). EMG measures the electrical activity produced by skeletal muscles. Tiny needle electrodes are inserted into the muscle to record this activity, which can reveal abnormalities indicative of muscle damage or dysfunction. NCS assess the speed and strength of electrical signals traveling along nerves. Electrodes are placed on the skin, and a mild electrical stimulus is applied to the nerve, with recording electrodes detecting the response.

These tests help diagnose a wide range of neurological and muscular disorders. Conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, radiculopathy (pinched nerves), muscular dystrophy, and myasthenia gravis can be identified or evaluated through electrodiagnostic procedures. The results of electrodiagnostyka provide valuable information to physicians, aiding in the accurate diagnosis and subsequent treatment planning for patients. The procedures are generally considered safe, with minimal discomfort.