MRI Scan To Diagnose Herniated Discs & Sciatica
In order to get to the root of your sciatica, your doctor may have to order diagnostic imaging studies. Since herniated discs are the most common cause of sciatica, one of the most common studies to see if you have disc herniations is an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging). An MRI uses powerful magnets to take 3-dimensional images…
MRI study to diagnose disc herniations
If you’re suffering from neck and/or back pain, chances are you have had an x-ray taken to determine the cause of your pain. Whenever there is serious trauma or injury an x-ray may be a good diagnostic tool to rule out fractures, however, injuries to soft tissues such as ligaments, tendons, and discs cannot be…
