Neurological exam vs. Nerve Conduction Test???

    • Anonymous
      July 26, 2007 at 5:54 pm

      Hi everyone. What does a Neurological exam envolve? What is the difference between a Neurological exam and a Nerve Conduction Exam? Any type of info will be greatly appreciated.
      Thanks

    • Anonymous
      July 26, 2007 at 7:03 pm

      A neuro exam is just a physical (nothing painful). A nerve conduction test is a mild electrical current that measures nerve conduction(function). It is mildly uncomfortable and just kinda stings. A neuro exam is checking reflexes, strength, pupil reaction to light, balance, eye movement, facial/shoulder/tongue movement(cranial nerves), etc… Takes less than 10 minutes and is very valuable. Hope this helps. Dr. Shawn

    • Dawn Kevies mom
      July 26, 2007 at 9:26 pm

      Dr. Shawn,
      I am so glad you responded! Information from a doctor who has experienced these issues is so valuable! Keep helping us! We need you!
      Dawn Kevies mom 😮