Neurophysiology
Contact us
Call the Neurophysiology booking team: 01227 864047, available Monday to Friday during normal working hours.
What we do
Neurophysiology uses simple tests to check how brain, nerves and muscles work. These tests can help your doctor understand the cause of Neurological symptoms.
About your appointment
Waiting times depend on the test you need:
EEG: usually within 6 weeks
EMG / Nerve conduction studies: up to 15 weeks due to specialist staff shortages
Carpal tunnel injections: up to 16 weeks.
Appointments are booked in date order. Most tests are classed as routine, with priority given only to urgent hospital patients and young children.
Appointments are not usually able to be brought forward, due to high demand. We are increasing evening and weekend clinics to reduce waiting times.
On the day of your appointment:
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early
Please report to the Main Outpatients reception.
Preparing for a test
Please wear loose clothing to allow easy placement of electrodes to your body and limbs.
EEG: take medication as normal unless advised otherwise
NCS/EMG: keep hands and feet warm; avoid lotions
Will the test be painful?
EEG: painless
NCS: brief electrical pulses (uncomfortable but safe), please let us know if you have a pacemaker or ICD in situ
EMG: small needle sensation, similar to a quick scratch.
Getting your test results
Results are usually reported within 2-4 weeks.
Results are sent to the clinician who referred you. If you are still waiting for your results, please contact your GP or specialist who referred you, who will have received your results.
We are unable to give results by phone or email.
How to find us
This service is provided in Clinic A in the Outpatients Department at Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury.
Additional support
For help with a disability or communication need, see our hospital accessibility and communication help.
How to use this service
You cannot refer yourself to this service.
All Neurophysiology tests must be requested by a GP or hospital consultant.
If your symptoms are new or have changed, please contact your GP.
A new referral and specialist assessment may be needed before further testing. Referrals must come from a GP or hospital specialist. You cannot refer yourself to this service.