X-ray of the shoulder joint

Shoulder X-ray is a diagnostic method that allows you to obtain a clear image of the bone structures of the shoulder joint. The examination is indispensable for the rapid and accurate detection of injuries, degenerative changes, inflammations and other pathologies of the shoulder. X-ray examination helps to determine the exact diagnosis and choose the most effective treatment.

If you feel pain or discomfort in your shoulder or suspect an injury, do not hesitate to consult a doctor. If necessary, you can have a shoulder X-ray at the Oxford Medical Medical Center in Kyiv. The clinic is equipped with modern digital equipment that provides high-quality images and minimal radiation exposure to the body.

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An X-ray of the shoulder joint is prescribed in various cases when there is a need for detailed diagnostics of the bone structures of the shoulder. The main indications for an X-ray are:

• Acute or chronic shoulder pain.
• Injuries, blows, falls, which may be accompanied by fractures, dislocations, joint damage.
• Inflammatory processes (arthritis, arthrosis, osteomyelitis).
• Limited shoulder mobility.
• Suspicion of tumor or metastatic processes in the bones.
• Joint deformities, congenital or acquired.

An X-ray of the shoulder is necessarily prescribed to monitor the effectiveness of treatment after surgery or during the treatment of complex fractures and other pathologies. In addition, doctors may recommend an X-ray of the shoulder joint for a preventive examination to athletes and people who regularly engage in heavy physical labor. This allows you to prevent serious injuries and diseases in the early stages.

A shoulder X-ray does not require any special preparation. The only thing you need to do before the procedure is to remove all metal objects, jewelry, or accessories, as they can distort the X-ray image of the shoulder.

The procedure for an X-ray of the shoulder is simple and completely painless. The patient is placed near the X-ray machine, and the doctor chooses the optimal position for a detailed examination of the shoulder joint. To obtain the most accurate diagnosis, various projections can be used: direct, lateral or special oblique, depending on which structures of the shoulder need to be examined. This allows for a detailed assessment of the condition of the bones and articular surfaces of the shoulder joint.

The procedure lasts up to 10 minutes. After the procedure is completed, the radiologist carefully analyzes the images obtained and draws up a detailed medical report describing the results of the study.

An X-ray of the shoulder joint can detect a number of pathologies:

• Fractures of the humerus, clavicle fracture, and scapula.
• Dislocations and subluxations of the shoulder joint.
• Degenerative changes (arthrosis, arthritis).
• Inflammatory processes in the bones (osteomyelitis).
• Tumors and metastases.
• Congenital bone anomalies.

A shoulder radiograph allows you to determine not only the presence of pathologies, but also assess the condition after an injury or surgery, monitor the correct healing of fractures, or the effectiveness of the treatment.

The cost of the procedure depends on the number of projections. You can find out the price for an X-ray of the shoulder joint  here.  

Make an appointment for shoulder diagnostics today, because timely detection of pathologies will help you return to a full life faster!