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No, Not at all. Electrodes are secured to the head with water soluble glue. The electrodes measure electrical activity of the brain and this is recorded on a tracing on paper. After the test is completed, the electrodes are removed.

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I can only speak for myself and several people I know who have had it. It is mildly uncomfortable but not painful. Don't worry!

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Dose emg hurt?

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