Both X-ray & ultrasound are medical imaging technologies used to properly visualize different structures inside the body.
X-ray technology uses ionizing radiation to create images of bones and soft tissues. These may appear as shades of gray on X-ray film or digital film. Doctors recommend this procedure to better diagnose fractures, pneumonia, and other conditions.
Ultrasound technology uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs, tissues, and blood vessels in real time. This is a non-invasive procedure and does not include the use of radiation. Ultrasound is commonly recommended for visualizing the development of the fetus and is used in other medical specialties to evaluate various health conditions.
With the help of our state-of-the-art portable digital X-ray equipment, our experts perform basic radiology exams and procedures, helping you diagnose your condition and offering radiologically guided solutions, like joint injections.
The discovery of X-rays and ultrasounds is considered a major advance in the medical technology sector. These are recognized as valuable medical tools for a wide variety of examinations and procedures.
Your doctor will recommend that you go for an X-ray test. It is used to see the conditions of the bones and other joints. Apart from this, an X-ray procedure is also helpful to identify issues affecting soft tissue and internal organs. Patients with the possibility of conditions such as bone fractures, tooth problems, and so on are advised to have an X-ray examination.
On the other hand, ultrasound is an integral part of medical diagnostic, it can be used to visualize internal organ, evaluate joint tendon, guided injection and much more.
It’s really easy to book an appointment with Neret MD Medical Clinic. You can call us at (979) 417-2244 for the Lake Jackson location. For the Bay City location, call us at (979) 244-2007.
Or schedule your appointment for an X-ray and ultrasound.
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