Your child's hair should be completely dry as well. The scalp must be clean and oil free, so don't use conditioners, hairspray or other hair products.
Wires lead from the electrodes to the EEG machine, which detects electrical impulses from the brain that create patterns. During an EEG test, we use paste to secure them to key locations on the head. Early accurate diagnosis with EEG can make more effective treatment possible.Įlectrodes are small metal discs that pick up electrical impulses. It can help diagnose, monitor or rule out conditions such as epilepsy, headaches, stroke, brain injury, brain tumors, sleep disorders, seizure disorders and cerebral palsy. An EEG is a test that gives important information about the health and functioning of the brain.