Digital X-Rays
Here at Spectrum Health we use state of the art Biokinemetric digital X-ray hardware and Chirosight software to provide you the best imaging possible
Digital radiography (DR) is a modern method of obtaining X-ray images that uses digital electronic sensors and a digital capturing device in place of traditional photographic film. This allows X-ray images to be obtained almost instantly.
The processing speed of DR that allows radiology technicians to produce an image for immediate review is its greatest advantage over more traditional X-ray systems. The image is captured on a receptor and subsequently transferred to software at a view station (rather than being captured on traditional film and then developed by chemical processes).
The digital image can then be distributed to the associated workstations, greatly increasing workflow efficiency
Why X-Rays are Important for Chiropractic
X-Rays are an essential tool for chiropractic patients
History records that spinal x-rays, were among the earliest application of x-rays radiation and imaging. Today, x-rays and chiropractic care remain as intertwined as ever.
Chiropractors use x-rays as a standard of care in two ways
- A Diagnostic Tool
X-rays reveal so much that your chiropractor can use to diagnose the underlying cause of your spinal and posture issues. If you have a fractured bone, the x-rays will reveal as much. The images will also reveal pathology issues, including infections, and tumors.
Your chiropractor will also easily identify anomalies such as spina bifida, block vertebrae, and facet tropism. Metabolic issues such as rheumatoid arthritis and Otto's pelvis, as well as developmental issues such as congenital hip dislocation and slipped capital femoral epiphysis, will be revealed in the x-ray images. The same goes for postural distortions, segmental malpositions, leg length inequalities, and other biomechanics concerns.
Growing into a certain posture, getting injured while at the gym or engaging in sports activity, or getting injured in a motor accident can lead to any number of the highlighted issues. These issues can cause you pain and distort your posture over the long run. Chiropractors use x-ray imaging to pin-point the exact problem area.
- Guiding Chiropractic Care
Only with an accurate diagnosis can a chiropractor develop a plan to restore you to optimal health. Chiropractors take listings or measurements, which serve as the line-of-drive for adjustments. A listing will show the direction and extent of your spinal misalignment. It will help your chiropractor gauge just how much, and in which direction they should direct their manipulations.
X-rays also help your chiropractor to give you a more educated estimation of how long you may require chiropractic care. How much your spinal discs have narrowed, and other indicators of spinal degeneration, as revealed by x-ray images, can help your chiropractor to determine just how bad the problem is and for long you have had it, even if you have only just started noticing the symptoms. Based on this assessment, the chiropractor can gauge, with some degree of certainty, how many chiropractic sessions you may require for the best outcome.
Benefits of Digital X-Rays
Here at Spectrum Health we use state of the art Biokinemetric digital X-rays
- Reduced radiation
- Lightening or darkening
- Zooming in or out
- Rotating
- Flipping
- Inverting
Annotations can also be added to the image, including the following:
- R/L markers
- Measurements
- Angles
- Notes made on the image itself