Vertebral Motion Analysis

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A breakthrough imaging technique that has greatly improved the diagnostic accuracy of the standard x-ray. VMA is the first functional test that provides diagnostic assessment of spinal injuries and spinal instability in real-time, providing a more accurate diagnosis of back and neck injuries. The VMA study helps locate the source of pain or discomfort in your spine, allowing your healthcare professional to make more informed decisions about your treatment options. VMA is dynamic, quantitative, functional spine imaging; provides physicians with the ability to utilize full spine alignment data, angulation and translation, and disc height at each spine level.

VMA Process and What to Expect:

During the study, the VMA machine will gently guide you through a spine-bending routine of flextion and extension movements. The routine should not cause any discomfort, but there is a “stop” button that can be pressed at any time to halt testing if you do begin to feel pain. Every second, advanced VMA software captures eight pictures of your spine. Images are then uploaded to VMA online servers, where they are processed to produce a report your physician will use to diagnose your condition. VMA’s cloud-based system provides access to test results via any internet-connected computer, tablet, or smartphone, allowing results within 48 hours.

Benefits of VMA over traditional x-rays include:

Provides important information that an x-ray might miss
Detects spinal motion in real-time
Less radiation than a standard x-ray
500% more sensitive in detecting lumbar radiographic instability

What VMA can uncover:

Fracture/Dislocation
Disc degeneration
Displaced disc
Slipped vertebra

If you have been injured or are experiencing back or neck pain, please reach out to our courteous, knowledgeable staff at Vertebral Motion Diagnostics. We offer an array of advanced imaging technology that can assist your healthcare professional in determining a treatment plan that is customized to your needs.