SSEP (Somatosensory Evoked Potentials)

Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SSEPs) are tests that measure how well the brain and spinal cord respond to touch or electrical signals from nerves in your limbs. During the test, mild electrical impulses are applied to a nerve, and sensors record the electrical activity as signals travel to the brain. This helps doctors assess the health of your nervous system, especially after injury or in conditions affecting sensation or movement. SSEPs provide valuable information about nerve pathways' functioning and can help diagnose neurological problems accurately.