LAWRENCE R WHICKER M.D.
NPI 1891701694
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Greenbelt, MD

Balance testing with electrodes involves attaching small sensors to your skin. These sensors record your body's responses to various balance tests. They help in assessing your balance and coordination by measuring your body's electrical activity as you perform specific tasks.

A rotating chair test helps doctors assess balance issues. You'll sit in a motorized chair that spins at controlled speeds. As the chair moves, your eye movements are monitored to identify any irregularities, which can indicate balance disorders.

A balance and posture test assesses your ability to maintain steady positioning and coordination. It involves simple tasks like standing on one foot or walking in a straight line. This helps identify any issues with your balance system, which can affect daily activities.

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. This complete study helps diagnose issues with nerves or muscles, providing valuable data for your treatment plan.

Nerve conduction studies involve testing the speed and strength of signals traveling through your nerves. This helps doctors identify nerve damage. In a 7-8 study procedure, 7-8 specific nerves are tested. You may feel a mild, brief tingling or shock during the test.

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

Testing of autonomic nervous system function assesses how well your body's automatic processes, like heart rate and blood pressure, are working. It involves various non-invasive tests like heart rate variability and sweat production tests.

This procedure involves a health professional conducting a psychological or neuropsychological test. The first 30 minutes typically involve understanding your mental health or brain function through various assessments. This helps in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders effectively.

This procedure involves administering psychological or neuropsychological tests to evaluate your mental functions. Each additional 30 minutes allows for a more in-depth assessment of your cognitive abilities, emotions, and behavior. It's crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

An evaluation of neuropsychological tests is a process to assess your brain's function. It involves tasks designed to measure cognitive abilities such as memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills. The first hour involves initial testing and observation.

This procedure involves a trained technician administering a psychological or neuropsychological test. It's a process that assesses your mental function and behavior. The initial session will last 30 minutes. The aim is to understand your cognitive abilities better.

This service involves a technician administering additional psychological or neuropsychological testing. Each session lasts for an extra 30 minutes. These tests assess cognitive abilities, such as memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, to aid in diagnosing or monitoring mental health conditions.

An EEG, or Electroencephalogram, is a test that records brain activity. For 12-26 hours, small sensors attached to your head capture your brain's electrical signals. This helps doctors understand brain function and diagnose conditions like epilepsy.

Measurement of brain wave activity, or EEG, is a non-invasive procedure that records electrical patterns in your brain. This continuous monitoring helps to identify irregularities in brain function, aiding in diagnosis of conditions like epilepsy.

An EEG (Electroencephalogram) is a test that measures your brain's electrical activity over a period of 61-84 hours. The results are reviewed by a healthcare professional who provides a report. This can aid in diagnosing and monitoring neurological disorders.