Diagnosis

Orthopedic medicine encompasses the entire musculoskeletal system including bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and cartilage.

Banner Desert Medical Center treats these common orthopedic problems:

• Back, Neck and Spine Conditions
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Congenital Deformities – conditions present at birth
• Degenerative Joint Conditions, including arthritis
• Fractures
• Hand and Foot Conditions
• Ligament Injuries
• Sprains and strains

We use a number of diagnostic procedures and medical technologies to identify and evaluate orthopedic conditions:

• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Ergonomic Assessments
• Functional Capacity Evaluations
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Myelography – a radiographic examination of the spinal canal and nerve roots
• Nuclear Medicine Bone Scans
• Orthopedic and Surgical Radiology

For More Information
	Podcast: MRIs
	CT? MRI? X-ray? Learn more  about orthopedic diagnosis
	Are you at risk for osteoarthritis?