Indications for radiographic studies of the lumbar spine

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• Passing paresthesia or numbness;
• Curvature of the spine;
• Hernia;
• Suspected schmorl's nodule, tumor or a protrusion;
• Pain in the back or limbs;
• Complications after suffering fractures;
• Congenital abnormalities of the spinal column;
• Preoperative and postoperative diagnosis.

The features of the x-rays in the lumbar spine

X-rays of the lumbosacral spine has almost no contraindications. Not recommended this procedure for pregnant and nursing women.

X-ray examination does not take much time and does not cause noticeable discomfort. Order pictures turned out as accurate as possible should be removed from the lower half of the body clothes, as well as when conducting x-rays to be stationary lying or sitting on the x-ray table. On the neck and chest fits special protective shielding plate, which minimizes exposure. For greater accuracy is a few pictures of that time does not exceed 10-15 minutes.

There is a possibility of more accurate diagnosis by x-ray – x-ray with functional tests. This research method takes into account changes in body position in the region of the spine, as well as functionality at different centre of gravity.