Diagnostic Procedures
To help the orthopedist determine your treatment, you'll need a physical exam, a medical history profile, and a description of symptoms. ...more
 Arthrography in Diagnostic Procedures
Arthrography is a type of imaging test used to look at a joint, such as the shoulder, knee, or hip. It may be done if standard X-rays do not show the needed details of the joint structure and function. ...more
 Bone Biopsy in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone biopsy is a procedure done to remove tissue or cells from the body to be looked at under a microscope. ...more
 Bone Density Test in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone density test is used to measure the bone mineral content and density. It may be done using X-rays, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA), or a special CT scan that uses computer software to determine bone density of the hip or spine. ...more
 Bone Marrow Biopsy in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure. ...more
 Bone Scan in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone scan is an imaging test used to look at the skeleton. It is done to find areas of physical and chemical changes in bone. A bone scan may also be used to see if treatment of certain conditions is working. ...more
Computed tomography is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. ...more
 Fluoroscopy Procedure in Diagnostic Procedures
Fluoroscopy is a type of imaging tool. It looks at moving body structures. It’s much like an X-ray "movie." ...more
 Joint Aspiration in Diagnostic Procedures
Joint aspiration is a procedure to remove fluid from the space around a joint using a needle and syringe. It may be done to relieve swelling, or to obtain fluid for analysis to diagnose a joint disorder or problem. ...more
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed pictures of organs and structures within the body. It is used to diagnose health problems. ...more
To help the orthopedist determine your treatment, you'll need a physical exam, a medical history profile, and a description of symptoms. ...more
 Arthrography in Diagnostic Procedures
Arthrography is a type of imaging test used to look at a joint, such as the shoulder, knee, or hip. It may be done if standard X-rays do not show the needed details of the joint structure and function. ...more
 Bone Biopsy in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone biopsy is a procedure done to remove tissue or cells from the body to be looked at under a microscope. ...more
 Bone Density Test in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone density test is used to measure the bone mineral content and density. It may be done using X-rays, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA), or a special CT scan that uses computer software to determine bone density of the hip or spine. ...more
 Bone Marrow Biopsy in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure. ...more
 Bone Scan in Diagnostic Procedures
A bone scan is an imaging test used to look at the skeleton. It is done to find areas of physical and chemical changes in bone. A bone scan may also be used to see if treatment of certain conditions is working. ...more
Computed tomography is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. ...more
 Fluoroscopy Procedure in Diagnostic Procedures
Fluoroscopy is a type of imaging tool. It looks at moving body structures. It’s much like an X-ray "movie." ...more
 Joint Aspiration in Diagnostic Procedures
Joint aspiration is a procedure to remove fluid from the space around a joint using a needle and syringe. It may be done to relieve swelling, or to obtain fluid for analysis to diagnose a joint disorder or problem. ...more
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed pictures of organs and structures within the body. It is used to diagnose health problems. ...more
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