Shoulder joint X-rays are commonly used to diagnose fractures or dislocations. They are the fastest and easiest way for doctors to see and assess fractures, injuries, and abnormalities in the shoulder joint.
Indications for shoulder joint X-rays:
Diagnosis of fractures or dislocations.
Demonstrating the healing and stability of bone fragments after fracture treatment.
Guiding orthopedic surgery, joint replacement.
Detecting injuries, infections, arthritis, abnormal bone growth, and bone changes in metabolic conditions.
Assisting in detecting and diagnosing bone cancer.
Determining the location of foreign objects in the surrounding soft tissues or bones.
Contraindications for shoulder joint X-rays:
No absolute contraindications.
Pregnant women in the first trimester. Pregnant women in the second and third trimesters can be X-rayed if necessary.
Patients who cannot cooperate.