Mri Says Osteoarthritis Under My Knee Cap
People who suffer from osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee are often sent for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to diagnose their condition. But new research suggests that weight-bearing X-rays are better able to diagnose knee OA. MRI scans are being used in excess, experts say, and this is causing a burden to insurers and Medicare. Researchers say the X-rays are a better diagnostic tool for this condition, and they cost significantly less than MRI scans as well.
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