Changes in Clinical Management Resulting from Computerized Electrodiagnostic Testing (n = 30)
| Change | Count* |
|---|---|
| Orthopedic referral | 9 |
| Metabolic work-up for PN | 5 |
| NCS work-up for CTS | 4 |
| Prescribe splints | 4 |
| Change medication | 4 |
| Podiatry referral | 3 |
| Order MRI | 2 |
* Sum is >30 because one study had 2 management changes.
PN, polyneuropathy; NCS, nerve conduction studies; CTS, carpal tunnel syndrome; MRI, magnetic resonance imaging.