Computed Tomography



Computed tomography (CT) examination (also known as a CAT scan) is used in podiatry to help diagnose and treat foot or ankle problems. A CT is a kind of X-ray device that takes cross sectional images of a part of the body, giving the physician a three-dimensional image. CT scans are often superior to conventional X-rays because they can more accurately pinpoint a suspected problem. Common foot problems a CT exam can help diagnose include: arthritis, deformities, flat feet, foreign bodies, fractures, infection, and tumors.

Pregnant women, especially those in their first trimester, are advised against having a CT exam or any X-ray examination because the radiaiton may harm the unborn child.


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Foot & Ankle Problems? Visit one of our offices listed below:

Warwick Office
400 Bald Hill Road
Suite 503
Warwick, RI 02886
(401) 738-7750
(401) 738-9750 fax

Middletown Office
850 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-6686
(401) 848-8441 fax

Fall River Office
300 Hanover St. Suite 4B
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 679-3700
(508) 689-4083 fax
 

 

Hospital Centers


Cardiac Center
208 Collyer Street, 3rd floor
Providence RI
401-793-2960

St. Annes Hospital
795 Middle Street
Fall River, MA 02721-1798
508-674-560

Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
111 Brewster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
401-729-2000

Charlton Memorial Hospital
363 Highland Ave.
Fall River, MA 02720
508-679-3131

Kent Hospital
455 Tollgate Rd.
Warwick, RI, 02886
401-737-7000

Blackstone Valley Surgicare
1526 Atwood Ave. #300
Johnston RI, 02919-3289
401-459-3800

Newport Hospital
11 Friendship Street
Newport, RI 02840-2299
401-846-6400