What an X-ray can help find
Bones and joints
Fractures, sprains, dislocations and arthritis changes.
Chest and lungs
Pneumonia, rib injuries and other lung concerns.
Spine and back
Injuries, alignment problems and degenerative changes.
Abdomen
Some causes of abdominal pain, when your provider thinks an X-ray will help.
What to expect
- Exam first. Your provider evaluates your symptoms and decides whether an X-ray is the right test.
- Imaging in the office. Trained staff take the X-ray in a private room. It only takes a few minutes.
- Results and next steps. Your provider reviews the images with you and explains the plan, whether that is a splint, medication, physical therapy or a referral to a specialist.
Is an X-ray safe?
X-rays use a small amount of radiation. A chest X-ray, for example, gives about the same dose you receive from natural background radiation over roughly 10 days. Staff use only the images that are needed. Tell the staff if you are or might be pregnant before any X-ray.
For kids, adults and older patients
Children are active and falls happen, so X-rays are a common part of pediatric care. For older adults, imaging helps after falls and with ongoing joint pain as part of geriatric care.
When to go to the emergency room instead
Go to the ER or call 911 for severe trauma, a bone pushing through the skin, a limb that looks badly deformed, head injuries with confusion or loss of consciousness, or severe chest pain or trouble breathing.
Hurt yourself? Call to see if you can be seen today.
Call (307) 778-3121Frequently asked questions
Do I need an appointment for an X-ray?
Yes. X-rays are ordered by your provider during a visit. If you were just injured, ask for a same-day sick visit.
Can I get an X-ray during a same-day sick visit?
Often, yes. If your provider thinks you need one, it can usually be taken here in the office.
Can children get X-rays here?
Yes. The practice sees patients of all ages, and staff take extra care with children.