An x-ray, which is short for x-radiation, is a type of imaging
test that has been utilized for years. With this technology, doctors can see your
bones, muscle and more without having to make an incision. This helps them diagnose,
treat and monitor a number of different medical conditions. Because the test uses a
form of electromagnetic radiation, there are some risks involved in the procedure.
However, the benefits far outweigh these potential risks.
X-ray images are created using a machine that sends x-ray particles through
the body. The x-ray particles themselves are called photons, and they allow
a specialized film or computer to capture the images that are created.
