CT is most useful when bony abnormality is suspected. Common conditions where CT scan is done are spine fractures, facet arthrosis, spondylosis, spondylolisthesis, pars fractures (spondylolysis) and high BMI patients where quality of x-rays are suboptimal.

MRI is the modality of choice for most

MRI is not advised for patients with medical implants such as pacemaker devices, aneurysm clips in the brain, metallic bodies in the eye, Stainless Steel implants.

Yes, Myelogram can be performed on a patient who cannot undergo MRI.

A Myelogram involves the injection of dye into the spinal fluid surrounding the spinal cord and nerves. Erect and dynamic X rays or a CT are then performed. Myelograms detect narrowing around the spinal cord and nerve roots.

Dual energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA scan) is the test that measures bone density. It measures the bone quality of the patient and compares it to a normal person.

Bone scan can detect the relative biologic activity of a bone lesion. Is advised to screen the skeletal system for metastatic disease, spinal column for metastatic tumour, primary bone tumour, disc

X-ray is the simplest form of investigation. Easy to perform in the out patient clinic. X rays are