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Some injuries are not easily diagnosable at first sight: certain internal problems can go undetected during a visual inspection, leading to major medical issues. Digital imaging tests, such as X-rays, can be taken to diagnose sprains, fractures and tissue injuries that require medical attention to treat and heal properly. AFC Urgent Care Southcenter has on-site X-ray, allowing us to quickly determine the best course of treatment for your injury.
Schedule an AppointmentDigital X-Rays are taken and processed faster than traditional film xx-rays. Film requires you to wait considerable time for a machine to free up and even longer for a dark room to be available to develop and finally analyze your images, digital X-Rays can be taken, processed and analyzed in a matter of moments. Digital X-Rays are also easier to transport and handle, storable on discs or thumb drives to take to a specialist if needed. Traditional films come out in large prints, which can be bulky and bend easily. Digital imaging also uses a fraction of the radiation needed for traditional film scans, improving patient safety.
There are many types of injuries that can be diagnosed through digital imaging tests from a number of causes including sports or automobile accidents, trips and falls or other incidents. Digital imaging can detect problems including:
If you have sustained an injury or are experiencing pain without knowing the cause, visit AFC Urgent Care Southcenter for digital imaging, diagnosis and treatment. Our walk-in urgent care center accepts most major insurance carriers and is open seven days a week. For questions about digital imaging, please call (425) 291-3300
How Can We Help? AFC Urgent Care FAQs
Is it dangerous to get an X-ray?
X-rays do use small amounts of radiation, but they’re generally safe for adults and children. That being said, there are some cases where they can be damaging – to developing babies, for instance. Your AFC provider will take your circumstances into account and answer your unique questions about safety.
How do I know if I’ll need an X-ray?
Your local AFC team can help you answer that question when you contact them. If you’ve experienced a fall or other injury and are in pain, an X-ray could help determine the best course of treatment. They’re also used in a variety of other circumstances.
How long does it take to get an X-ray?
At AFC, we always strive to get you in and out as quickly as possible, and the X-ray itself should only take around 15 minutes
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