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A member asked:

Will the following imaging study show scapular bursitis: xray shoulder rt 3 views complete - axillary, ap, and true ap views?

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No: Plain xrays will not show soft tissue problems like bursitis. Usually a physical exam is all that's needed to make the diagnosis. Occasionally MRI is needed.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/8/2014

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