Basic Musculoskeletal Imaging

Radiological imaging has become a routine assessment for patients with orthopaedic and traumatic disorders. Diagnosis and treatments of orthopaedic conditions would not be commenced safely prior to appropriate radiological assessment. At times, orthopaedic surgeons need to be independent and not relying too much on their radiological colleagues, as many conditions can be easily interpreted. It is not practical to consult a radiologist for all cases. In the era of disproportionately high medico legal incidence, we cannot afford to miss a diagnosis. Orthopaedic surgeons must have the basic understanding of radiological imaging and must at certain degree, be able to interpret them. However, complex orthopaedic disorders including musculoskeletal malignancy, spinal and paediatric conditions still require assistance from a trained radiologist.