Musculoskeletal Radiology

While musculoskeletal imaging is nothing new, today's versatile technologies have provided a new level of sophistication and accuracy in the diagnosis of problems related to muscles, bones, joints and supporting soft tissue. And to properly care for patients who've been injured or are suffering from painful conditions like arthritis, you need accurate, complete diagnoses upon which you can develop effective treatment plans .  This could mean the difference between full recovery and continued pain and discomfort.

Here's a look at a few of the ways we help you care for patients' orthopedic problems:

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is most often used for examining large joints, like the knee, shoulder and spine. But it's also helpful for evaluating the wrist, ankle and elbow when other imaging techniques aren't effective. Combined with arthrography, MRI is useful for evaluating pre- and postoperative knee and shoulder problems as well as the ligaments of the wrist.

CT (computed tomography) provides highly detailed cross-sectional images of most internal body parts and is particularly effective for examining bones. With CT, we can examine fractures in bones that are otherwise hidden from view using simple radiography. We can also evaluate for bones that may not be healing.

Ultrasound is excellent for examining muscles, tendons and ligaments and the soft tissue and fluids that surround the joints. Today, "musculoskeletal ultrasound" is emerging as a niche area in medical imaging because of the important diagnostic benefit it can provide.

DXA scanning (bone densitometry) quickly, painlessly and accurately measures the strength, density and mineral content of bones. DXA identifies patients with osteoporosis early so appropriate treatment can be initiated before problems arise.

In addition to having comprehensive musculoskeletal imaging modalities, we provide rapid imaging results... and the quality and unsurpassed service that have been the backbone of our reputation for excellence since 1992.