electromyography in carpal tunnel syndrome

Last reviewed 01/2018

  • shows delay in the latency of the motor unit action potential for the abductor pollicis brevis
  • false negative rates for neurophysiological examination of the median nerve - estimated to be between 7 and 13%.

Reference:

  1. Arthritis Research Campaign (June 2004). Hands On - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.