I've had that EMG test done some years ago, and yes, it is uncomfortable, some areas worse than others, but you can get through it. I have fainted over 5 times after blood draws, so I can't say I like needles much either. They did have me lying down for that test though, and I survived. Many things are worse - childbirth for 1, perforated ulcer surgery. At least, it doesn't take that long; I'm sure it was over within an hour. I saw a very thorough neurologist too. At the time, I was having numbness & tingling that actually turned out to be vitamin B6 toxicity from a woman's high b6 dosage multi-vitamin and pre-gym drinks. I never realized you could get too much B6, but yes, you can. I think the EMG only discovered what I already knew - that I had carpal tunnel syndrome. But hopefully your test will lead to some answers for your problems.