X-Ray

X-Ray (also known as Radiography) is a painless exam that helps radiologists diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions. Images can be taken of the spine, foot, ankle, leg, knee, arm, wrist, hand, head, chest, or abdomen.

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X-Ray is most commonly used to:

• Determine whether a bone has been fractured or if a joint is dislocated.
• Ensure that a fracture has been properly aligned and stabilized for healing.
• Determine whether there is a build-up of fluid in the joint or around a bone.
• Guide orthopedic surgery.
• Evaluate injury or damage from conditions such as infection, arthritis, abnormal bone growths, or other bone diseases, such as osteoporosis.
• Assist in the detection and diagnosis of cancer.
• Locate foreign objects.
• Evaluate changes in bones.
• Evaluate heart and lung status.