12/08/2025
⛔️ SPINE AWARENESS
💬 Many people believe that a normal X-ray means their spine is healthy but this is not necessarily true.
X-rays have limitations, especially when it comes to detecting soft tissue damage, nerve compression, or disc abnormalities.
🧠 Understanding the Difference in Spine Imaging
🩻 X-Ray
✅ Shows bones only, not soft tissues.
✅ Good for spotting fractures, alignment, or advanced arthritis.
💡 Cannot detect herniated discs, spinal cord issues, or nerve impingement.
💻 CT Scan (Computed Tomography)
✅ Combines X-ray images from multiple angles for a 3D view.
✅ Better than X-ray for viewing bone detail and joint issues.
💡 Limited ability to show soft tissues like nerves and discs.
🧲 MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
✅ The gold standard for spinal imaging when soft tissue is involved.
✅ Clearly shows discs, nerves, spinal cord, and inflammation.
💡 Crucial for diagnosing herniated discs, tumors, infections, or nerve impingement.
🚨 A normal X-ray does not rule out SERIOUS spinal conditions. If you're experiencing:
▶️ Persistent back or neck pain
▶️ Numbness or tingling
▶️ Radiating leg pain (sciatica)
▶️ Weakness in limbs
👉 You may need an MRI or CT scan for a more accurate diagnosis.
Kindly consult Dr Tan for further information in Klinik Batik.
