Orthopedic Diagnosis

Diagnosis (Greek for decision) is called in medicine the recognition and naming of an illness. In order to be able to make a diagnosis that is as accurate as possible, we offer various diagnostic procedures in our practice as a supplement to the anamnesis and physical examination:
The causes are manifold:
  • Digital X-ray diagnostics

    In our time, digital X-rays with their numerous advantages have long since replaced the old standard method for depicting bone structures. The exposure times are significantly shorter and better image processing options enable a significant reduction in the radiation dose. The burden on the patient is significantly reduced.

  • sonography/ultrasound

    During an ultrasound examination, ultrasound waves are directed into the examination area via the transducer. There they are reflected in different ways by different tissues and bone structures. The reflected waves can then be converted into electrical impulses, amplified and displayed on a monitor.

  • Bone density measurement (DXA method)

    During this diagnostic examination, which has no side effects, the density, i.e. the mineral salt content of the bone, is determined and possible osteoporosis is identified. Prevention and timely treatment of osteoporosis can significantly reduce the risk of fractures.

  • laboratory tests

    In our practice, blood samples, aspirates or smears are taken, which are then sent to various laboratory institutes for the determination of laboratory values and further diagnostics.

  • Infant Hip Sonography

    As a screening, the examination is an integral part of the U3 examination of the newborn (4th to 6th week of life). As a result, a delay in hip maturation or congenital hip joint deformity can be detected or ruled out. It is very well suited because there is no radiation exposure and cartilaginous structures can also be visualized well. The formation of the femoral head canopy and thus the maturation of the infant hip can be correctly assessed.

  • Digital X-ray diagnostics

    In our time, digital X-rays with their numerous advantages have long since replaced the old standard method for depicting bone structures. The exposure times are significantly shorter and better image processing options enable a significant reduction in the radiation dose. The burden on the patient is significantly reduced.

  • sonography/ultrasound

    During an ultrasound examination, ultrasound waves are directed into the examination area via the transducer. There they are reflected in different ways by different tissues and bone structures. The reflected waves can then be converted into electrical impulses, amplified and displayed on a monitor.

  • Bone density measurement (DXA method)

    During this diagnostic examination, which has no side effects, the density, i.e. the mineral salt content of the bone, is determined and possible osteoporosis is identified. Prevention and timely treatment of osteoporosis can significantly reduce the risk of fractures.

  • laboratory tests

  • Infant Hip Sonography

    As a screening, the examination is an integral part of the U3 examination of the newborn (4th to 6th week of life). As a result, a delay in hip maturation or congenital hip joint deformity can be detected or ruled out. It is very well suited because there is no radiation exposure and cartilaginous structures can also be visualized well. The formation of the femoral head canopy and thus the maturation of the infant hip can be correctly assessed.