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February 14, 2012
Role of X-Ray in Chiropractic
Our Valentine to You
Happy Valentine’s Day to all of our patients in beautiful Lexington, KY (and the surrounding area)! Remember, flowers are much easier on the spine than added weight caused by too much candy. If you are lucky enough to receive chocolates, please consider stretching out the gift and enjoying them over a period of time, as opposed to overindulging all at once. It will extend the joy of the holiday—plus your whole body will thank you.

Role of X-Ray in Chiropractic
In the process of diagnosing a chiropractic patient, it is very useful to obtain and assess an x-ray image. A hard x-ray penetrates the body and allows the doctor to view images from inside the body, a very handy and non-invasive tool commonly used in chiropractic and other medical professions. Patients like them, too, because the process is quick and painless.

Once the x-ray has been taken, we first look for evidence of disease. If disease can be ruled out, we then examine the shape and placement of each bone and check it against what would be considered optimal or normal. Very often, the source of pain can be pinpointed and a proper treatment plan can be pursued. In cases where further tests are required, we can order a fast and efficient MRI or CAT scan from a preferred diagnostic center here in town. This expedites the healing process, which is good news for everyone involved.