X-Ray Services & Medical Imaging
X-Ray in Los Angeles: When to Go to Urgent Care
Urgent care is a good option for any illnesses or injuries that require immediate care but are not life-threatening if not treated immediately.
Simple bone breaks, sprained ankles, abdominal pain, even suspected infections like pneumonia can all be diagnosed and treated with X-ray services in a Los Angeles urgent care center.
In the case of a suspected bone break, an X-ray clinic like Reliant Urgent Care can offer X-rays and splints to treat your injury. Rapid medical imaging in the office can let you know whether you’re dealing with a fracture or a broken bone, so you know the treatment plan that will get you back on your feet without any long-term damage.
If you’re just not sure whether you should come in for an X-ray and your situation is not emergent, schedule a virtual appointment with Reliant. Our doctors will consider your symptoms and let you know your next best course of action.
Benefits of a Digital X-Ray
Digital X-rays provide a doctor with fast, almost immediate results, allowing for a quick diagnosis of the problem. They also require less radiation to produce those images than conventional X-rays, and can be processed after the fact to bump up the clarity or contrast on an image. Think of them like a digital photograph.
Digital X-rays are easier to store a record of, as well. The X-rays you have taken today can be accessed down the line by your physician, even forwarded to your primary care doctor as needed.
Reliant’s urgent care centers are equipped with the latest in digital X-ray technology. You can rest assured that you’re getting the medical imaging you need to quickly get you feeling your best.
What to Expect at Your X-Rays
An X-ray is a quick, painless procedure that will give your doctor an image inside your body to diagnose the suspected injury or illness better.
At your visit, expect a doctor to determine whether you need an X-ray at all before ordering any medical imaging.
If you do need an X-ray, a physician or X-ray technician will have you wear protective gear for the few minutes you’ll be under the machine. Some scans will require you to wear a gown or remove any jewelry or accessories.
After you are positioned properly to get the best imaging, your X-ray will be done in a few minutes, after which a doctor will go over the results with you.
