Motion studies allow doctors to evaluate the movement of each bone in the spine thereby determining where functional impairment exists. A functional impairment means that the motion of one or more spinal segments has been compromised, resulting in pain,  lack of motion and possibly neurological problems.

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submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 9/26/2001
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Video Fluoroscopy

submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 4/22/2002
Video Fluoroscopy is a motion x-ray study of the bones and joints combining traditional fluoroscopy with the use of video technology to capture views of the neck (cervical spine) in motion. The "motion pictures" of the spine are superior to, and more revealing than standard, motionless radiological images. This procedure is used to accurately diagnose joint dysfunction ("difficult function") and related soft tissue damage. The entire dynamic study of all movement is permanently recorded which is immediately available for the physician and patient.

Video Fluoroscopy: Its Necessity and Use

submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 4/20/2002
Musculoskeletal imaging has been profoundly affected by the development of video fluoroscopy. This is a motion x-ray, which is performed while the patient goes through extension and flexion movements. Video fluoroscopy allows us to evaluate subtle variations of motion throughout the entire arc of motion dynamically. I believe this to be the most reliable source of evidence available of soft tissue injury and/or ligamentous damage.

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