What is 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.

When is X-Ray Used?
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 of 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.

How to Prepare
No special preparation is required for an X-Ray. The X-Ray technologist will provide you with brief instructions once you arrive for your X-Ray.