X-Ray

Common Uses

Uses traditional X-ray to image bones, teeth and organs like the lungs. Often used for imaging/evaluating:

• Skeletal structure, including bones, joints, pelvis, teeth, hip and skull
• Chest/lungs to detect pneumonia

Pros/Benefits

• Non-invasive
• Information gathered may help eliminate unnecessary procedures or surgeries
• Widely available
• Beneficial for many imaging needs
• Fast: five to 10 minutes

Considerations

• Minimal radiation exposure
• Not ideal for pregnant women