Services
Musculoskeletal Imaging Unit
The Musculoskeletal Imaging Unit at RadCare provides a comprehensive range of radiological examinations specialized in the evaluation of bones, joints, and soft tissues, utilizing the latest equipment and protocols to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
Supportive Services:
- Anesthesia/Sedation: We offer anesthesia or sedation services when needed, particularly during certain procedures such as MRI, to ensure patient comfort and stability during imaging.
Here is an overview of our services:
1. Plain X-rays:
- Purpose: The first line for diagnosing fractures, dislocations, arthritis, bone tumors, and alignment problems.
- Features: Fast, widely available, and low cost.
2. Computed Tomography (CT):
- Purpose: Precise 3D imaging for complex cases such as severe fractures, spinal injuries, bone tumors, and joint deformities.
- Features: High accuracy in bone imaging, faster than MRI but involves higher radiation dose, often used in surgical planning.
3. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI):
- Purpose: Evaluation of soft tissues such as ligaments, tendons, cartilage, muscles, bone marrow, and occult fractures invisible on plain X-rays.
- Features: Radiation-free with excellent soft tissue contrast. Ideal for sports injuries (e.g., ACL tear, rotator cuff tear), disc herniation, and infections.
4. Ultrasound:
- Purpose: Real-time and dynamic imaging of muscles, tendons, joints (such as shoulder and ankle), and fluid collections.
- Features: Radiation-free, portable, and cost-effective.
5. Positron Emission Tomography – Computed Tomography (PET-CT):
- Purpose: Combines anatomical and functional imaging to accurately evaluate tumors or infections.
6. Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA):
- Purpose: Measures bone mineral density for diagnosing osteoporosis and assessing fracture risk.
- Features: Low radiation dose with precise numerical results.
7. Arthrography:
- Purpose: Imaging of a specific joint (such as shoulder or hip) using contrast material injected directly into the joint.
- Features: Used to diagnose labral tears, cartilage damage, or loose bodies within the joint.