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TL;DR
- A negative X-ray after an injury doesn’t necessarily mean you aren’t hurt; some injuries aren’t visible on X-rays.
- Car accidents and slip-and-fall incidents can cause hidden injuries like labral tears, herniated discs, or soft tissue damage.
- Doctors may order additional imaging, like CT scans or MRIs, to detect injuries that X-rays can miss.
- Early medical evaluation is crucial to diagnose injuries properly and begin treatment.
- Abrahamson & Uiterwyk offers experienced personal injury representation and free consultations for accident victims in Florida.
What does it mean if my X-rays are negative after an injury? If your X-ray is negative, meaning it does not show injury or damage, it does not mean you are not hurt. Car accidents, especially, can lead to hidden damage and injuries that are not always immediately apparent in a negative radiograph.
You may be wondering, “If my X-ray is negative after a car accident or injury, how do I know if I am injured?” Here’s how. When you’ve been involved in an accident, whether it’s a car accident or a slip and fall, it’s very important to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Your doctor should run tests to determine whether you’ve been injured, including an X-ray.
If you’re still having pain or you believe you’ve been injured, there are other tests that a doctor should run to determine whether you’ve been injured. In this post, you will learn about the most common diagnoses and a negative X-ray (or radiograph). In some cases, injuries like a labral tear in the shoulder may not be visible on an X-ray but can still cause significant pain and mobility issues, often leading to a labral tear shoulder settlement workers’ compensation claim.
Common Diagnostic Tests After A Car Accident Or Injury In Florida
Generally speaking, a doctor will order an X-ray first to determine if there are any obvious injuries.
An X-ray can rule out things like larger broken bones, dislocated joints, or other internal injuries. There are other tests that should also be performed, including:
- CT Scan (computed tomography scan) – A CT scan1 produces an X-ray image but can be used to create detailed images of bones, internal organs, and blood vessels. A CT scan creates more detailed images than an X-ray. Sometimes a doctor will order a CT scan with contrast, which means that you will drink a dye in order to make the images more pronounced. CT scans are used to show internal bleeding, damage to organs, and smaller broken bones. If you have possible head trauma or trauma to your internal organs, a doctor will likely order a CT scan.
- MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) – An MRI2 works by using a magnetic field and radio wave pulses to produce pictures of the inside of the body. Patients are usually placed inside an enclosed tube for several minutes while images are taken. An MRI scan after a car accident can show injuries that other tests can’t because of the detail of the images. For example, for neck and back injuries, an MRI can be used to determine whether you have herniated or bulging discs. Cartilage and muscular tears can also be shown with an MRI.
Contact a Trusted Accident Attorney Near You In Florida
If you’ve been injured in a car accident or a slip and fall, you should get in touch with an experienced and trusted personal injury attorney.
The attorneys at Abrahamson & Uiterwyk have over 35 Years of experience helping the injured, and they’re here to help you. Contact us online or call us at 1-800-538-4878 today to schedule your free consultation.
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I feel a severe pains on my right leg. I’ve been to hospital several occasions. We ran a test and X-rays, but the results were negative. What may be the cause?
We are very sorry to hear about the ongoing pain you’re experiencing. It can be incredibly frustrating when tests don’t immediately provide the answers you need. Is this related to a particular accident in Florida? If so, contact our Florida injury law office at 800-538-4878 for a free consultation.