X-RAY of the leg

X-ray of the limbs is a radiographic technique used to detect pathological locations in the limbs, assess their size, shape and degree of damage to adjacent structures. This is the most common, fast and informative method of diagnosing their injuries. Constant physical loads on the limbs lead to frequent injuries and various diseases, which x-rays help to identify.

X-rays of the limbs are prescribed in the following cases:

• injuries (broken bones, dislocated joints, tendons raptures);
• pain of unclear origin;
• restricted mobility;
• numbness of the limbs;
• hyperemia (redness) of the skin of the hands or feet;
• suspected neoplasms;
• control of the correctness of the coalescence of bones after fractures;
• arthritis;
• osteoarthritis;
• osteophytes;
• erosion of the joints.

A separate indication for an x-ray of the limbs is a suspicion of flat foot. X-rays of the arms (especially wrists) are also prescribed for systemic diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus), because these diseases primarily affect the joints of the hands.

X-rays of the limbs are rarely performed entirely – more often a picture of only a part is needed: wrist, forearm, shoulder, hip, knee, the lower part of the leg, ankle, foot or toes.

X-ray examination of the feet does not require any prior preparation from the patient. To perform an X-ray of the foot, the patient lies on his back and bends his legs at the knees, resting his feet on the surface of the X-ray table. When X-raying the ankle joint, the patient sits, and his foot is on a stand. When diagnosing flat feet, the patient stands - the foot is under load. X-ray of the hip is performed in the supine (on the back or side) position.

For examination of patients, a modern digital X-ray Multix Select DR, manufactured by Siemens Corporation, is used. With its help, doctors receive the information necessary for diagnosis, while the patient is exposed to minimal radiation - many times less than on old X-ray machines.

The information obtained as a result of digital radiography is immediately available for analysis by the doctor, can be recorded on digital media and sent by e-mail. Also, if necessary, a photo of the foot is printed, which is then applied to the patient's hands.

Thanks to modern equipment and a professional approach, the examination at Oxford Medical is fast, accurate and safe for patients.