The ambulatory EEG records brain activity continuously for a 24 to 72-hour period using a small computerized recorder worn around your waist. This procedure takes two appointments (set up time and removal time).
What to Expect
The technologist applies electrodes using a glue-like substance. If you are a patient or a guardian of a patient, you will be asked to complete a diary to record routine physical activities and symptoms during this 24-hour period. Routine activities to be recorded are eating, sleeping, exercise, crying (child), and reading.
The technologist applies electrodes using a glue-like substance. If you are a patient or a guardian of a patient, you will be asked to complete a diary to record routine physical activities and symptoms during this 24-hour period. Routine activities to be recorded are eating, sleeping, exercise, crying (child), and reading.
You will then return to the Clinical Neurophysiology Department the next day for electrode removal or to be re-prepped for a subsequent day recording.
You can resume routine activities, however you should refrain from strenuous exercise.
Patient Preparation
- Please have clean hair without any hair styling products, braids or weaves.
- Please wear a button-down shirt for both appointments.
- Continue to take prescribed medication unless otherwise indicated by your physician.
- A parent or guardian must accompany minors (children under age 17) to both appointments.
- The first day of an Ambulatory EEG set up procedure lasts two hours.
- The appointment to remove the EEG lasts one hour.