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How to Prepare
No special preparation is needed. Wear loose, comfortable clothing that makes the area being examined easy to reach.
Common Reasons for This Exam
- joint or muscle pain
- a sports or work injury
- swelling or a lump under the skin
- shoulder pain or limited motion
- wrist or hand pain, numbness or tingling
- follow-up of a known tendon or joint problem
What This Exam Can Show
- tendon tears or inflammation (tendinitis)
- rotator cuff injuries
- muscle strains and tears
- fluid in a joint or bursa (bursitis)
- ganglion and Baker's cysts
- soft tissue masses
- carpal tunnel changes
Every exam is read by a board-certified radiologist, and results are sent to your provider.
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