Shoulder X-ray in Hyderabad, from ₹350

Prices

• Shoulder, AP or Axial or Y viewShoulder pain or injury
  1 view
  ₹350
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• Shoulder, AP and AxialFrozen shoulder, dislocation, injury
  2 views
  ₹600
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• Both shoulders, AP and AxialPain in both shoulders
  4 views
  ₹1,200
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• Clavicle, APCollar bone injury after a fall
  1 view
  ₹350
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Left or right: tell us the side when you book. The price is the same for either side.

What does a shoulder x-ray show?

A shoulder X-ray shows the ball and socket of the shoulder joint, the collar bone and the shoulder blade. It shows fractures, dislocation, arthritis and calcium deposits in the tendons.

In frozen shoulder the X-ray is often normal; doctors use it to rule out other causes. Tears of the rotator cuff tendons need an ultrasound or MRI.

When do doctors ask for it?

• Shoulder pain after a fall
• Suspected dislocation
• Frozen shoulder, to rule out other causes
• Shoulder arthritis
• Collar bone (clavicle) injury

Before your X-ray

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant, or might be, tell the technician before the X-ray. Most X-rays can wait, or the belly can be shielded.

Metal

Remove jewellery, hair clips, belts and anything with metal over the area being X-rayed. Wear clothes without zips or buttons if you can; a gown is available.

Children

One parent can stay with the child. We use a lead apron to protect the rest of the body.

KUB and abdomen

Follow your doctor's advice. Some doctors ask you to come on an empty stomach so the bowel does not hide a stone.

Bring along

Your doctor's prescription and any old X-rays of the same area, so the radiologist can compare.

Frequently asked questions

Will an X-ray show a rotator cuff tear?

No. Tendons do not show on X-ray. An ultrasound or MRI is needed for a tear. The X-ray rules out a fracture, arthritis or calcium deposits.

Is a shoulder X-ray useful in frozen shoulder?

The X-ray is usually normal in frozen shoulder, which is itself useful: it rules out arthritis, a fracture or calcium deposits as the cause of the stiffness.

How much does a shoulder x-ray cost at Caspian?

Shoulder, AP or Axial or Y view: ₹350; Shoulder, AP and Axial: ₹600; Both shoulders, AP and Axial: ₹1,200; Clavicle, AP: ₹350.

Do I need an appointment, and when is the report ready?

No appointment is needed; walk in with your prescription. A radiologist reports the X-ray the same day and the report is sent to you on WhatsApp. The printed film is included.

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