Digital X-Rays in San Francisco, CA

Biomechanical digital radiography is a technique used to take x-rays of a patient’s body in its perceived “neutral” state without outside influence. These x-rays are also used to understand the health of a patient’s spinal biomechanics. Since these normal movement patterns (biomechanics) are well-studied, using digital radiography allows our doctors to truly understand if you have abnormal or harmful biomechanics. This technique is more efficient than normal x-ray positioning and analysis at diagnosing problems in the spine.

Many other imaging centers utilize standard medical radiographs, which are useful in the diagnosis of fractures, tumors, dislocations, or infections (relatively rare problems). However, standard medical radiography rarely takes into account position technique. Being incorrectly positioned, even by just an inch, can make you appear twisted where you are straight, or you may be diagnosed with short leg where none exists. The key to great diagnostic radiology is to minimize x-ray distortion and then base a treatment plan on accurate findings.