Imaging that uses radiation to create pictures of bones and some tissues, often used to detect fractures and dislocations.
In a personal injury case:
X-rays can help confirm or rule out certain injuries after a crash or fall.
What to know:
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Not all injuries show on X-ray (for example, many soft tissue and some spinal injuries).
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Additional imaging (MRI, CT scans) may be needed for a full picture.
