Musculoskeletal radiology images bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments. It supports orthopaedic doctors, sports physicians and rheumatologists in diagnosing fractures, arthritis, ligament tears, infection and tumours of bone and soft tissue.

Patients seeking diagnostic imaging in Mumbai for joint or bone problems at Apex usually begin with an X-ray, which shows fractures, alignment and joint space loss. If symptoms persist or the X-ray does not explain the pain, MRI shows cartilage, ligaments, menisci and bone marrow. Ultrasound can examine tendons and fluid collections in real time.

Imaging is matched to the question. A simple fracture may need only an X-ray, while a suspected ACL tear or rotator cuff injury needs an MRI. Reports guide whether treatment involves rest, physiotherapy, injections or surgery.

Musculoskeletal radiology services include:

• X-ray of Bones and Joints: Quick images that show fractures, dislocations, arthritis and deformity, and that follow healing after a fracture or implant surgery.
• MRI of Joints and Spine: Detailed images of cartilage, ligaments, tendons, menisci and discs, used for sports injuries, back pain and unexplained joint swelling.
• Ultrasound of Muscles and Tendons: Moving images of tendons, muscle tears and joint fluid, which also help guide injections accurately into a painful joint or tendon sheath.
• Bone Density Assessment: DEXA scanning to measure bone strength and estimate fracture risk in postmenopausal women and others with osteoporosis risk factors.