Digital motion X-ray
Digital motion X-ray
Digital motion X-ray (DMX) is a type of fluoroscopy that allows clinicians to visualize the spine in motion. It is a diagnostic technique that uses X-ray and digital technology to capture moving images of the spine, providing a detailed view of the interrelationships of bones, discs, and ligaments.
Pronunciation
Digital: /ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl/ Motion: /ˈmoʊ.ʃən/ X-ray: /ˈeks.reɪ/
Etymology
The term "Digital" comes from the Latin digitus, meaning "finger", as fingers are used for discrete counting. "Motion" originates from the Latin motio, which means "movement". The term "X-ray" was coined by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, a German physicist who discovered X-rays in 1895. The "X" stands for "unknown".
Related Terms
- Fluoroscopy: A type of medical imaging that shows a continuous X-ray image on a monitor, much like an X-ray movie.
- Radiology: The science dealing with X-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Spine: The series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the small of the back, enclosing the spinal cord and providing support for the thorax and abdomen; the backbone.
- Ligament: A short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
Usage
Digital motion X-ray is used primarily by chiropractors, orthopedic surgeons, and neurologists to diagnose conditions that might not be visible on a static X-ray. It can help identify instability in the spine, assess the functionality of spinal implants, and guide treatment plans for conditions like whiplash and scoliosis.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Digital motion X-ray
- Wikipedia's article - Digital motion X-ray
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