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Chiropractic Digital X-Rays in De Pere, WI
Digital X-rays may provide useful information when a specific clinical question needs to be answered during a chiropractic assessment. At Back In Action Chiropractic Center, imaging is considered alongside your health history, symptoms, and examination findings, never as a substitute for a thoughtful evaluation.
Dr. Steven Hansen recommends digital imaging when it is clinically appropriate to better understand your spinal health and help guide a more precise treatment approach. If imaging is not needed, we will discuss other appropriate next steps.
What Is a Digital X-Ray Evaluation?
Radiography, commonly called an X-ray, uses a small amount of ionizing radiation to create an image. A digital system captures that image electronically for clinical review. In chiropractic care, imaging may be used to help answer a question raised by your history or examination.
An X-ray is an evaluation tool, not a treatment. It does not replace a full examination and cannot identify every possible cause of pain or movement concerns. The decision to use imaging should reflect your individual needs and the information needed to guide care.
Your questions, your goals
When Imaging May Be Recommended
Dr. Hansen may consider digital X-rays when they could help answer a clinical question or guide an appropriate next step. This may include:
- Reviewing relevant spinal structures
- Clarifying examination findings
- Considering a prior injury or health history
- Reviewing symptoms that need more information
- Avoiding unnecessary repeat imaging
- Helping guide a personalized care recommendation
Not every patient needs X-rays. Bring any recent X-ray, MRI, or other imaging reports to your visit so Dr. Hansen can review available information before recommending another study.
Learn more about Dr. Steven Hansen and our approach to care.
What to expect
Your Visit at Back In Action
Consultation and History
We discuss your symptoms, health history, previous imaging, and the question that may need to be answered.
Focused Examination
Dr. Hansen performs an appropriate examination and determines whether imaging may add useful clinical information.
A Clear Recommendation
If an X-ray is recommended, we explain why it may be helpful and how the information could guide your care.
Simple Positioning Instructions
If imaging is performed, you receive clear instructions for positioning while the image is taken.
Results in Context
Your imaging findings are reviewed alongside your history and examination, then used to discuss appropriate next steps.
The right information for your plan
A Careful Approach to Digital Imaging
At Back In Action, an X-ray is not an automatic part of every new patient visit. We first listen to your concerns, review your history, and perform an examination. If imaging can help answer a clinical question or guide a recommendation, we will explain its purpose before proceeding.
We also encourage you to bring previous imaging whenever possible. Reviewing relevant prior studies can help avoid unnecessary duplication and gives the clinician a more complete view of the information already available.
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Why back in action
What to Expect From Back In Action
Imaging When It Is Needed
Digital X-rays are considered when clinically appropriate, not used as a routine requirement for every patient.
Your History Comes First
Symptoms, health history, examination findings, and prior imaging all help determine whether a new study is useful.
Clear Explanations
We explain why imaging is being considered and how the results may help guide your care plan.
Thoughtful Next Steps
Imaging findings are reviewed in context, with recommendations based on the full picture rather than an image alone.
Testimonials
What Our Patients Are Saying
My son, 17, has had huge improvement with his back since seeing Dr Hansen. My son is active in sports and this care has been awesome for him! Highly recommend Dr Hansen – he is very thorough with his exams and adjustments.
Frequently asked questions
Digital X-Ray Evaluation FAQs
What is a digital X-ray?
A digital X-ray is a radiographic image captured with a digital detector. It may give the clinician additional information when used for a specific clinical question.
Will I need X-rays at my first visit?
Not necessarily. Dr. Hansen reviews your health history and examination findings first, then recommends imaging only when it is clinically appropriate.
Does an X-ray hurt?
X-ray imaging itself is not painful. You may be asked to hold a position briefly while the image is taken.
Should I bring previous imaging?
Yes. Bring recent X-rays, MRI results, or other relevant imaging so they can be reviewed before repeating a study.
What should I tell the office before imaging?
Tell the office about prior imaging, relevant health conditions, and whether you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. This helps determine whether imaging is appropriate.
Are X-rays safe?
X-rays use ionizing radiation, which is why they should be performed only when clinically appropriate. A medically appropriate exam is intended to provide useful information that helps guide care.
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Disclaimer
Digital X-ray imaging uses ionizing radiation and should be performed only when clinically appropriate to answer a medical question or guide care. Results vary from person to person, and imaging does not replace a full evaluation or personalized medical advice. Tell the office if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.