Nerve Conduction Velocity (CV)

Accurately diagnose nerve damage and conditions with advanced nerve conduction velocity testing at CDL Rehabilitation.

What Nerve Conduction Velocity (CV) Are

Nerve Conduction Velocity (CV) is a diagnostic test that measures the speed at which electrical signals travel through the nerves. It is used to assess nerve function and detect any abnormalities.

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Treatment Description

The test works by applying mild electrical impulses to specific nerves and measuring the response time. The speed of nerve conduction can indicate nerve damage or dysfunction, helping diagnose various conditions.

What It Includes

The procedure involves placing surface electrodes on the skin, which deliver small electrical impulses to the nerve and measure the speed of the response. It typically takes 30-60 minutes to complete.

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What Are Nerve Conduction Velocity (CV) Used For?

Nerve Conduction Velocity testing is effective for diagnosing conditions like peripheral neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, multiple sclerosis, Guillain-Barré syndrome, radiculopathy, and other nerve-related disorders.

Peripheral Neuropathy

Helps diagnose nerve damage or dysfunction caused by conditions like diabetes, alcohol use, or vitamin deficiencies by measuring nerve conduction speed.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Detects nerve compression or damage in the median nerve, helping to diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome and guide treatment.

Radiculopathy

Helps diagnose nerve root compression or irritation in conditions like herniated discs by measuring nerve conduction in affected areas.

Multiple Sclerosis

Assists in diagnosing nerve dysfunction caused by multiple sclerosis by assessing nerve conduction speed in various parts of the body.

Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)

Diagnoses nerve damage and demyelination caused by CIDP by measuring nerve conduction and helping determine the extent of nerve impairment.

Diabetic Neuropathy

Evaluates nerve damage caused by diabetes by measuring the slowing of nerve conduction, helping assess the severity of neuropathy.

Consequences of not treating disorders

Delayed Diagnosis of Nerve Damage

Without NCV testing, nerve-related issues such as neuropathy or nerve compression may go undiagnosed, delaying appropriate treatment.

Persistent Pain and Discomfort

Lack of diagnosis can result in untreated nerve pain, numbness, or tingling, affecting daily activities and quality of life.

Progression of Nerve Disorders

Untreated nerve dysfunction may worsen over time, leading to irreversible damage or chronic conditions such as peripheral neuropathy.

Reduced Mobility and Function

Failure to identify nerve problems can result in loss of muscle control or coordination, impacting mobility and physical activities.

Increased Risk of Long-Term Disability

Without timely testing, nerve issues may become severe, potentially leading to long-term functional impairment or disability.

Nerve Conduction Velocity (CV)

What Nerve Conduction Velocity (CV) Are

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