Description
Overview
EMG/NCS Online Series: Volume VII Electrodiagnostic Evaluation of Ulnar Neuropathy presents a comprehensive digital resource focused on the electrodiagnostic study of ulnar neuropathy. This program covers the detailed anatomy of the ulnar nerve in the elbow and hand regions, nerve conduction techniques, needle EMG evaluation, and case-based clinical scenarios. Included are essential reference materials such as the AANEM guidelines in PDF format.
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Content
This online series provides practical instruction on the anatomy, techniques, and interpretation essential for accurate electrodiagnostic evaluation of ulnar neuropathy.
- Anatomy: Ulnar nerve at elbow, ulnar nerve at wrist, Martin Gruber variation
- Technique:
- Motor NCS: Ulnar – ADM, Ulnar – FDI
- Sensory NCS: Antidromic – Digit V, Orthodromic – Digit V, Dorsal Cutaneous, Medial Antebrachial
- Mixed Nerve Conduction: Orthodromic – Palm, Ulnar – Median comparison
- Artifacts: Skin preparation, motor and stimulus considerations
- Case Studies: Diagnostic strategies, abnormal motor nerve conduction studies, seven detailed case presentations
- Authors’ Comments
- Inching: Mapping and inching techniques, waveform analysis, evaluation of failed ulnar nerve conduction
- Needle EMG: Localization, activation procedures pertinent to ulnar neuropathy
- Reference Materials: Practice Parameter PDF, Practice Parameter Summary PDF, Reference Values PDF
Authors
- William W. Campbell, M.D., M.S.H.A.
- John C. Kincaid, M.D.
Target Audience
This course is designed for neurologists, electromyographers, physiatrists, and other clinicians involved in electrodiagnostic testing and diagnosis of neuropathies, particularly ulnar nerve disorders. It is also suitable for trainees and technologists seeking to strengthen their understanding and technical skills in nerve conduction studies and needle EMG.
Why This Topic Matters
EMG/NCS Online Series: Volume VII Electrodiagnostic Evaluation of Ulnar Neuropathy addresses a frequent clinical referral for electrodiagnostic evaluation within neurology. Mastery of the detailed anatomy and precise testing techniques is essential for accurate diagnosis and management of ulnar neuropathy.
MedHub Central provides this valuable educational resource to support clinicians in enhancing their electrophysiologic assessment skills, thereby reinforcing expertise in the diagnosis of peripheral nerve disorders within neurology.
