Many of these perceptions about radiology that people have today come from the early history of radiology, when long exposure times and high radiation doses caused a bit of havoc — just until it all got settled down. Here are 6 interesting events in the history of radiology that brought us to where we are today.
Radiology and Child Safety: Steps Professionals Take To Protect Your Child
Radiology is an invaluable tool in the diagnosis and treatment of many different injuries, diseases, and conditions; however, some people get nervous about radiology imaging tests because of the exposure to radiation. When a child suffers an injury and needs a CT scan or an MRI, parents may feel nervous. They rightfully do not want their children to suffer from radiation-related side effects, so let’s take a look at the safety measures that radiologists take to protect your children during imaging tests.
How To Prepare Your Child For An X-Ray
Typically, children feel unnerved when they're told they need to undergo a mysterious X-ray. So, what can you do as their parent? Here are some great tactics that are geared towards putting your child in the driver seat and not only educating them that x-rays don’t hurt. They also help children to understand that the worst of what to expect (you have to hold still when they tell you) and build their comfort level as an x-ray expert.
5 Interesting Facts About X-Rays
X-rays are popular imaging scans that are used every day to diagnose various medical issues within patients. While these scans may be well known, their interesting history is certainly not. I know what you’re thinking, “You’re a radiology group, you’re being biased. X-rays aren’t interesting.” We’re ready to prove you wrong – here’s 5 interesting facts about X-rays that you’ll want to pass along to your friends.