Welcome to Neurophysiology
The staff in the Neurophysiology Department diagnose and monitor conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems and eyes such as epilepsy, nerve entrapments, visual disorders. They do this by measuring the electrical activity of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. A range of tests that chart different brain and neurological activities can be conducted to record:
- Electrical impulses in the brain (Electroencephalogram).
- Electrical signals passing along nerves in the limbs (Nerve Conduction Studies).
- Electrical activity in muscles (Electromyogram).
- Responses of the brain and spinal cord to evoked potentials.
- Response of the retina (eye) to light stimulation.
What we offer
The service covers all of South East Wales. The more common tests are offered locally at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, St. Woolos and Nevill Hall Hospitals in Gwent, and Prince Charles, Royal Glamorgan and the Princess of Wales hospitals. The specialised tests are provided only at the University Hospital of Wales.
The department at the University Hospital is based on the fourth floor between A and B blocks. The service is supported by two consultants and clinical technologists.
Most of our work is in providing an outpatient service although we provide an inpatient service for those who require urgent tests.
A Video EEG (electroencephalogram) monitoring service is provided on ward C4 Neurology at the University Hospital.
Location
Neurophysiology Department
A4/B4 Link Corridor
University Hospital of Wales
Heath Park
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
Tel: 029 2074 3194
Fax: 029 2074 6463
Heath Park
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
Tel: 029 2074 3194
Fax: 029 2074 6463
