Bloomington Office
2708 McGraw Drive
Bloomington, IL 61704
309-663-2306
800-475-5977
Office Hours
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Monday through Friday
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Bloomington Office
2708 McGraw Drive
Bloomington, IL 61704
309-663-2306
800-475-5977
Office Hours
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Monday through Friday
Mówimy po Polsku
Computed tomography (CT) examination (also known as a CAT scan) is used in podiatry to help diagnose and treat foot or ankle problems. A CT is a kind of X-ray device that takes cross sectional images of a part of the body, giving the physician a three-dimensional image. CT scans are often superior to conventional X-rays because they can more accurately pinpoint a suspected problem. Common foot problems a CT exam can help diagnose include: arthritis, deformities, flat feet, foreign bodies, fractures, infection, and tumors.
Pregnant women, especially those in their first trimester, are advised against having a CT exam or any X-ray examination because the radiaiton may harm the unborn child.