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There are various types of imaging techniques, such as CT or MRI or ultrasound scans, which can be used instead of or as well as x-rays. These scans use x-rays, magnets or sound waves to create the pictures. The type of imaging used depends on your child's health and the reason why the imaging is needed.
What medical imaging does not use X-rays?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) There are medical imaging procedures such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or ultrasound that do not use ionizing radiation to diagnose illnesses or injuries.
Is an X-ray or CT better?
Chest X-ray provides a 2D image, while a chest CT scan is able to produce a 3D view of your organs. An X-ray is built to examine dense tissues, while a CT scan is better able to capture bones, soft tissues and blood vessels all at the same time.
What is safer an X-ray or MRI?
Magnetic resonance imaging, or M.R.I., is considered one of the safest technologies for looking deep inside the body, because it doesn't carry the radiation risk of X-rays or PET scans.
Can CT scan replace X-ray?
By using this technology it is possible to make CT scans with a radiation dose approaching conventional X-rays, which means that in the future radiation dose may not form a limitation to making CT scans. The indication for CT scans will broaden, and low-dose CT scans will increasingly replace conventional radiography.
Is MRI or CT better for back pain?
MRI scans are better for imaging water-containing tissue. An MRI can be better at detecting abnormalities of the spinal cord, bulging discs, small disc herniation's, pinched nerves and other soft tissue problems.
Can you see bulging disc on CT scan?
A computerized axial tomography scan (a CT or CAT scan) or a magnetic resonance imaging test (an MRI) both can show soft tissue of a bulging disc. These tests will show the stage and location of the herniated disc so you can receive proper treatment.
What scan is best for lower back pain?
The MRI (Magnetic resonance Imaging) was developed in the 1980's and has revolutionized treatment for patients with low back pain. An MRI scan is generally considered to be the single best imaging study of the spine to help plan treatment for back pain.
What happens if a bulging disc goes untreated?
Untreated herniated discs with symptoms can become more painful and debilitating as time goes on. You may also experience bladder and bowel dysfunction and saddle anesthesia, so-called because it affects the areas on your body that would touch a saddle if you were sitting on a horse.
Is walking good for a bulging disc?
Absolutely. Walking is an excellent choice for patients with herniated discs, as it stimulates blood flow and oxygen to the cells. It also helps keep your discs hydrated, which is important for healing. Other low-impact aerobic activities to try are swimming and cycling.
