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Athletes put their bodies under a great deal of pressure when playing sports or participating in other physical activities. Unfortunately, this means athletes are vulnerable to injury. When an injury does occur, you might want to get back on the field or court as soon as possible. Before that can happen, though, your primary or sports medicine physician needs to confirm your diagnosis and determine the extent of your injury.<\/p>\n

Getting the right diagnosis plays an essential role in selecting proper treatment, setting a date to return to play and predicting the risk of re-injury. Your doctor might work with a radiologist to ensure accurate results. Here’s what you need to know about the imaging techniques used to diagnose common sports-related injuries.<\/p>\n

Common Sports Injuries That Require Imaging Tests<\/h2>\n

Many injuries can occur during physical activity. They can develop over time or happen in an instant. Your doctor may be able to recognize some common sports injuries immediately. If the source of your pain is unclear, however, or if the extent of your injury could influence treatment recommendations, your doctor may order an imaging test.<\/p>\n

Injuries that may call for diagnostic imaging<\/a> include:<\/p>\n