X-ray
Diagnostic Imaging
X-rays are the oldest form of medical imaging and are the fastest and easiest way for a physician to diagnose a broken bone and track healing. X-rays also allow us to monitor degenerative diseases such as arthritis and detect advanced forms of bone cancer.
Appointments are not required for X-rays.
THE DAY OF YOUR X-RAY
- Once the registration process is complete, you will be escorted to the Diagnostic Imaging Department, and a certified technologist will explain the procedure to you.
- Our staff may ask you to change into a hospital gown and to remove any jewelry, eyeglasses, or other metal objects that can obscure the area of interest.
- You will be positioned on a table, in a chair, or standing position.
- X-rays themselves are painless. You will be asked to hold very still and possibly to hold your breath just long enough for the X-ray to be taken.
Once your X-ray is complete, you may leave. Your results will be forwarded to your provider for review. If needed, your provider will contact you to explain the results.
For more information, call 574-946-2136.
