Confirm the indication
The team recommends X-rays only when the history and examination show they may be useful.
On-site imaging in Tallahassee
See the structure.
Plan with more context.
When clinically appropriate, on-site digital X-rays can provide information about spinal alignment, joint spacing and structural changes that may contribute to pain or restricted movement.
Imaging only when clinically appropriate
01Not automatic
X-rays are not required for every patient or every condition.
02On-site convenience
The practice can take digital spinal images in its Tallahassee office.
03Review the findings
Images can be viewed on the office computer and discussed with you.
When X-rays help
Use imaging to answer a specific clinical question.
Some conditions can be evaluated through history and physical examination alone. In other cases, imaging may help confirm structural findings and guide an appropriate treatment plan.
X-rays may be used to evaluate spinal alignment, joint spacing and structural changes when those details could clarify the source of back pain, neck pain, headaches or restricted movement.
- Spinal alignment
- Joint spacing
- Structural changes
- Changes after an injury
- Chronic pain concerns
- Treatment planning
What to expect
Quick imaging, reviewed in the office.
Capture the views
You remove jewelry or objects that may affect the image and may be positioned for multiple angles.
Discuss the images
The digital images can be viewed on the office computer and reviewed in the context of your examination.
Spinal X-ray FAQs
Imaging should have a reason.
The decision depends on your history, examination and the clinical question being considered.
No. X-rays are recommended only when clinically appropriate and useful for diagnosis or care planning.
You may be asked to remove jewelry, stand or lie in specific positions and briefly hold your breath so the team can capture clear images from the needed angles.
Digital images can be reviewed on the office computers within minutes after they are taken.
Start with the examination, not the image.
Schedule an evaluation so the team can decide whether on-site X-rays would add useful information to your care.