Orthopedic surgeons can recommend digital X-rays. This X-ray produces a radiographic image instantly on the computer. X-ray-sensitive plates help to collect data during an examination. You can opt for digital X-rays instead of traditional X-rays as they produce less radiation and also have comparatively lower costs because of the elimination of chemical processors. Moreover, digital X-rays produce clearer images than traditional X-rays that are useful at the time of diagnosis. They offer integrated storage that provides image access through practice management software.

Your orthopedic surgeon may ask you to get an MRI. It is an imaging test of the spinal cord. The MRI can also be used for examining soft tissues, joints, and bones to detect injuries and structural abnormalities or other conditions such as herniation or degeneration of the spinal cord discs. Moreover, MRI can be used for assessing the results of corrective procedures of orthopedics. Joint deterioration due to arthritis can be monitored by using Magnetic Resonance Imaging.