Using MRI Technology to Diagnose an ACL Injury
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most commonly injured areas in the body. An estimated 200,000 ruptures occur each year, namely among professional athletes. Yet this condition can also affect amateur athletes and weekend warriors. Early signs like decreased range of motion may be dismissed as arthritis. For diagnostic purposes, your doctor…
How Is Medical Imaging Used to Diagnose Broken Bones?
The average person breaks an estimated two bones in their lifetime. While broken bones are common injuries experienced across all ages, older individuals are at higher risk. Bones become more fragile and porous with age, so less force is needed to break their structure. Medical imaging is used to help diagnose these injuries, so doctors…
What You Should Know Before a Bone Density Test
Bone density decreases with age, increasing risk of a fracture or break. Your doctor may recommend a bone density test to confirm if you have osteoporosis. This disease causes the bones to thin, weaken and become brittle. X-ray technology determines the percentage of calcium and other minerals in your bones, often focusing on the hip,…
