Video lesson
Why it’s ordered
To look for joint damage, bone erosions, joint-space narrowing and spinal changes.
Understanding results
X-rays show established damage well but miss early inflammation. Comparing films over time shows whether treatment is protecting the joint.
Good to know
Radiation exposure from hand and foot films is very low.
At a glance
Type
Imaging
Reviewed by Farhan Tahir, MD, FACR
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