Lumbar X-ray Examination
Health Checkups
estimated about CNY 200-500
(estimated about USD 30-$70)
30 min
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Description
A lumbar X-ray examines lower spine alignment and bone health for back pain, injury, or degenerative conditions, costing $30–$70 (200–500 yuan) with ChinaMedicalHub coordinating hospital appointments and interpreter support.
Main Uses
Lumbar X-rays are primarily used for diagnosing back pain, assessing spinal alignment, identifying fractures, evaluating the presence of spondylolisthesis, detecting degenerative changes like osteoarthritis, and monitoring the progression of known spinal conditions. They are also useful in planning surgeries and guiding treatment decisions.
Normal Range
A normal lumbar X-ray shows well-aligned vertebrae with no signs of fractures, dislocations, or significant degenerative changes. The intervertebral disc spaces should be uniform and without narrowing. There should be no evidence of bone spurs (osteophytes), tumors, or other abnormal growths. The alignment of the spine should be straight when viewed from the front and have a gentle curve when viewed from the side.
Low Values - Possible Causes
Low values or findings in a lumbar X-ray are not typically quantified by numerical values but can indicate: Degenerative disc disease leading to reduced disc height, Osteoporosis causing decreased bone density, Vertebral compression fractures, Spinal stenosis, or Spondylolisthesis where one vertebra slips forward over another.
High Values - Possible Causes
High values or findings in a lumbar X-ray also refer to abnormal conditions rather than numerical values and may include: Bone spurs (osteophytes) indicating advanced arthritis, Tumors or masses that appear as areas of increased density, Infections such as osteomyelitis showing irregularities in bone structure, Excessive calcification around the vertebrae, or Abnormal bone growth due to metabolic disorders.
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