Radiology and Imaging: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The Department of Radiology and Imaging at HSS performs a variety of exams and procedures intended to diagnose and treat the full spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Each of the following topics provide a wide range of information to answer the most frequently asked questions posed to our staff about these exams and procedures. If you have a question that is not answered here, please contact the Department of Radiology and Imaging for more information.

• Radiographic Exam (X-ray)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Ultrasound
• Computed Tomography (CT) Exam
• Nuclear Medicine
• Spinal Procedures (inc. Myelogram, Discogram, Facet Injections, and Nerve Root Blocks)
• Teleradiology
• Tissue Sampling (inc. Percutaneous Needle Biopsy and Aspirations, Injections, Arthrogram, etc.)
• PICCs