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What's the duration of a fluoroscopy procedure?

Duration of Scan

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The duration depends on the type of fluoroscopy procedure you're having:

Common procedure times:

  • Simple joint injections: 15-30 minutes

  • Barium swallow studies: 30-60 minutes

  • Pain management injections: 20-45 minutes

Total appointment time:

  • Allow extra time for preparation, changing clothes, and brief recovery

  • Plan for 1-2 hours total, even for shorter procedures

Factors affecting duration:

  • Complexity of your individual case

  • Whether contrast material is needed

  • How well you can follow positioning instructions

  • Any complications or additional views needed

What to expect:

  • We'll give you a more specific time estimate when you book your appointment

  • Procedures may occasionally take longer than expected

  • We'll keep you informed throughout if there are any delays


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