Whole-Body Musculoskeletal Fluoroscopy: Dynamic Real-Time Assessment of All Bones, Joints, Ligaments, Tendons, Muscles and Articular Cartilage
This low-dose radiation-based real-time X-ray exam captures dynamic movement of every component of your entire musculoskeletal system, including all bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and articular cartilage across your full body, unlike standard static X-rays that only capture still, resting positions. It is used to diagnose conditions that only present during active movement, such as joint instability, partial ligament or tendon tears, abnormal full-body bone alignment, cartilage wear during weight-bearing activities, and muscle function impairments that would be completely undetectable on conventional static imaging.
Whole-body musculoskeletal fluoroscopy is a low-dose real-time X-ray exam that evaluates dynamic function of all bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and cartilage across your entire body to diagnose movement-related musculoskeletal conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- Modality
- fluoroscopy
- Body part
- whole-body
- Ionizing radiation
- true
- Radiation dose
- 6
- Duration (min)
- 10
- Pregnancy safe
- false
- Pediatric safe
- true
- Breastfeeding safe
- true
- Claustrophobia risk
- none
- Metal implant safe
- safe
- Sedation
- none
- LOINC
- 24627-2
- SNOMED
- 168537006
- Result turnaround
- 1-2h
- Availability
- routine
- Setting
- any
- Cost tier
- moderate
Understanding Fluoroscopy of whole-body
Fluoroscopy provides detailed visualization of whole-body. The procedure uses controlled radiation to create precise images with excellent anatomical detail.
Clinical Indications
This imaging detects fractures and dislocations, evaluates joint arthropathy, assesses soft tissue injuries, and identifies bone lesions.
What to Expect
The procedure typically takes 10 minutes. The examination is painless and non-invasive.
How to read the report
- Results reviewed by board-certified radiologist.
- Report transmitted to referring physician.
What Is This Procedure?
This fluoroscopy evaluates whole-body. Uses controlled radiation to create detailed images.
What Does It Show?
Detailed images of whole-body. Part of the musculoskeletal system.
Common Uses
This exam is commonly used to detect fractures, evaluate joint problems, assess soft tissue injuries, and diagnose arthritis.
What to Expect
The procedure takes approximately 10 minutes.
Severe pain at procedure site
urgentWorsening severe pain with fever or other symptoms. Go to urgent care or ER.
Mild symptoms after procedure
promptMild discomfort or symptoms that don't improve. Contact your doctor.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 9, 2026. · Read our editorial policy