DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY / X-RAY
Digital radiography, or x-ray, is one of the most significant advances in medical history. Digital x-ray is a form of
x-ray imaging, where digital x-ray sensors are used instead of traditional photographic film. In place of x-ray film, a digital image capture device is used to record the x-ray image and make it available as a digital file that can be presented for interpretation.
The most common use of x-rays is to identify and treat bone fractures. It is particularly beneficial in emergency situations.
X-ray images of the skull, spine, joints and extremities can show even very fine hairline fractures or chips. After treatment, a bone x-ray can be done to ensure that the fracture has been properly aligned and stabilized for healing.
X-ray is a fast and easy procedure. Patients will experience no discomfort or side effects from their examination and are allowed to leave immediately following their x-ray exam.
Preparation for X-Ray:
- Have a light breakfast.
- Have clear liquids for lunch and dinner. Clear liquids include clear broth, tea, carbonated beverages, or Jello (no red). Do not eat solid foods or milk products.
- At 1:00, 3:00, 7:00, 10:00 pm, and at bedtime drink 8 ounces (1 glass) of clear liquid in addition to the liquid diet.
- At 6:00 pm take 4 Bisacodyl Tablets.
The Day of Your Appointment
- At least one hour before leaving for your examination, take a Fleet Enema. Wait 15 minutes before having a bowel movement.