Benefits of an X-ray:
  • Rules out pathology
  • Important visual record of the spine
  • Determines the biomechanical status of each spine
  • Identifies areas of spinal decay/degeneration
  • Confirms examination findings
  • Informs the Chiropractor the direction of misalignment. This allows maximal correction of the subluxation, quickly allowing the patients to return to optimal health.
Minimising Exposure to X-rays:
  • Only the necessary views are taken
  • The latest up-to-date equipment is utilised
  • Regular mandatory government inspection and testing of site
  • Sensitive high speed film shortens the exposure time
  • Highly accurate electronic timing
  • Luminescent screens amplify the image
  • Filters and collimation limit the beam to areas required
  • Shields protect sensitive body parts, for example gonads and eyes
  • Pre X-ray measurement to decrease the amount of X-rays required minimising the number of exposures required.