Digital X-Ray Services
On-Site Digital X-Ray at All 5 Tampa Bay Locations
At Total Foot and Ankle of Tampa Bay we provide state-of-the-art digital X-ray services at every one of our offices — Brandon, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Zephyrhills, and Sun City Center. No referrals, no outside imaging centers, no waiting days for results. Your doctor can evaluate your X-rays in real time during your visit and begin treatment the same day.
Why Digital X-Ray Matters for Foot & Ankle Care
X-rays are one of the most important diagnostic tools in podiatric medicine. When you come in with foot or ankle pain, your doctor may order an X-ray to get a clear picture of what's happening beneath the surface.
Digital X-rays allow our physicians to:
- Diagnose bone fractures and stress fractures
- Identify joint deformities including bunions and hammertoes
- Evaluate arthritis and joint space changes
- Assess heel spurs and bone growths
- Plan surgical procedures with precision
- Monitor healing progress after injury or surgery
Unlike traditional X-ray film, digital imaging produces instant, high-resolution images that can be enlarged, enhanced, and shared electronically — giving your doctor more information to work with and reducing the chance of misdiagnosis.
What Conditions Are Diagnosed with X-Ray?
Our physicians commonly use digital X-rays to evaluate:
- Foot and ankle fractures
- Heel spurs
- Bunions and hammertoes
- Flat feet and arch problems
- Arthritis of the foot and ankle
- Stress fractures in athletes
- Post-surgical healing
- Bone infections
- Foreign bodies in the foot
- Alignment issues before orthotics fitting
What If the X-Ray Doesn't Show the Problem?
Some conditions affecting tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and soft tissue are not visible on X-ray. If your doctor suspects an injury or condition that requires a more detailed view, they may order additional imaging such as:
- MRI — best for soft tissue injuries, tendon tears, and cartilage damage
- CT scan — provides a three-dimensional view for complex fractures and surgical planning
- Ultrasound — useful for evaluating tendons and fluid collections in real time
Your doctor will guide you through the appropriate next steps based on your symptoms and X-ray findings.
Safe, Fast, and Comfortable
Digital X-rays use significantly less radiation than traditional film X-rays, making them safer for patients of all ages. The process takes only a few minutes and requires no special preparation. You simply position your foot or ankle as directed and the image is captured instantly.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
If you are experiencing foot or ankle pain, don't wait. Our doctors can evaluate you, take X-rays on-site, and begin treatment all in a single visit. We serve patients across the Tampa Bay area at our offices in Brandon, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Zephyrhills, and Sun City Center.
Call (813) 788-3600 or Book an Appointment online today.
