Diagnostic Testing

Expert diagnostic testing is required to identify the source of neurological or psychological symptoms and determine the most effective treatment. The Rubix Health team in Tallahassee, Florida, Roswell, Georiga, and Southfield, Michigan, performs comprehensive diagnostic testing, from physical, neurological, and psychiatric evaluations to specialized procedures, such as advanced nerve tests and electroencephalograms (EEGs). Call the nearest office or use the online booking feature to learn more about diagnostic testing or schedule an evaluation today.

When would I need diagnostic testing?

Diagnostic testing, along with physical, neurological, and psychiatric evaluations, is essential for identifying damaged nerves and unusual brain wave patterns.

Your Rubix Health provider may also perform blood work or diagnostic imaging, such as MRIs and CT scans, to diagnose or rule out medical conditions.

What diagnostic testing reveals brain problems?

The psychiatry and neurology specialists at Rubix Health may recommend one of the following EEGs to examine brain function:

Electroencephalograms (EEGs)

An EEG picks up and records the wave-like patterns created by the electrical activity in your brain. You may need an EEG to determine the cause of confusion, fainting, dizziness, and a change in personality or behavior.

EEGs have a role in neurology and psychiatry. They help diagnose seizure disorders, epilepsy, dementia, and traumatic brain injuries. Additionally, they reveal dysfunctional brain activity associated with mental health conditions.

Qualitative EEG (qEEG)

A qEEG uses advanced techniques to analyze brain wave details that providers can’t see on a standard EEG. The information shows seizures in real time and reveals problems in nerve communication caused by mental health disorders and brain conditions.

Pharmaco-EEG

A pharmaco-EEG uses clinical EEGs and qEEGs to evaluate the effect of medications on the brain’s electrical activity. Your provider may use a pharmaco-EEG to reveal how (or if) a psychiatric or neurological medication has improved your brain function.

What diagnostic testing reveals neurological problems?

The neurology providers at Rubix Health perform many diagnostic tests. A few of the most common include:

Somatosensory evoked potential (SSEP)

The SSEP test shows if your spinal nerves are carrying sensory messages from your body to your brain.

In addition to diagnosing damaged spinal nerves, the SSEP test rules out physical causes for psychological symptoms and confirms the results of tests for musculoskeletal conditions like multiple sclerosis.

Visual evoked potential (VEP)

A VEP test shows if visual information makes it from your eye to your brain and how your brain responds to visual stimulation. Your provider may run a VEP test to help diagnose vision problems caused by multiple sclerosis, brain tumors, or nerve damage and inflammation. 

Auditory evoked potential (AEP)

The AEP test (also called brainstem auditory evoked potential) detects hearing problems caused by an auditory nerve problem.

Vestibular autorotation test (VAT) and electronystagmography (ENG)

VAT and ENG are neurological tests to diagnose balance problems, dizziness, and vertigo caused by inner ear conditions.

Call the Rubix Health office or book an appointment online to schedule diagnostic testing today.