Testing for your back injury after an auto accident

A Michigan back injury lawyer discusses the diagnostic imaging tests frequently used to identify and diagnose back injuries suffered by auto accident victims

Proper identification and diagnosis of back injuries from auto accidents is essential for successful treatment and recovery. For help from a back injury lawyer now, call Michigan Auto Law at (800) 777-0028. There is no cost or obligation.

Below is some information on popular diagnostic tests for back injury.

The diagnostic tests most frequently used by healthcare professionals to diagnose back injuries in Michigan auto accident victims include:

• X-rays
• CT Scans (Computerized Tomography)
• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
• EMG (Electromyography)
• SPECT (Single-Photon Emission Computerized Tomography)
• Myelography

Those diagnostic tests are capable of identifying and diagnosing the following back injuries and conditions:

• Bone alignment problems
• Soft tissue damage
• Back fractures (lumbar and thoracic vertebral fractures)
• Spinal cord injuries to the back
• Herniated lumbar or thoracic discs
• Protruding lumbar or thoracic discs
• Ruptured discs
• Bulging discs

After diagnostic imaging for a back injury, an auto accident victim will have various treatment options. Here's some information on recovery and back injuries.

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If you have concerns about diagnostic imaging for your back or your car accident in general, call us at (800) 777-0028. We can answer all of your questions. You can also fill out our consultation form.

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