X-Ray

Spinal X-rays are pictures of the spine to find injuries or diseases that affect the discs or joints in the spine. These include spinal fractures, infections, dislocations, tumors, bone spurs, or disc disease. Spinal X-rays are also done to check the curvature of the spine (scoliosis) or for spinal defects. X-rays are sometimes required to get a full evaluation of a patient.  The need for x-ray is considered on a case by case basis.