Your doctor may order an electromyography test, also known as an EMG nerve conduction study, if they expect that you have a nerve injury such as carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, or a nerve laceration. Key Takeaways: An EMG nerve conduction study is a test that checks how well your muscles and nerves are… Read more »
Key Takeaways: The anatomical snuffbox is located at the base of the thumb, right on top of the scaphoid carpal bone. Pain or tenderness at the anatomical snuffbox may indicate a scaphoid fracture. Scaphoid fractures may require a splint, a cast, or surgery depending on the severity. What is the Anatomical Snuffbox? The anatomical snuffbox… Read more »
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