The radiation exposure is low, but it should be minimized, especially for pregnant women or children. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant.

It can detect shoulder fractures, dislocations, arthritis, bone spurs, rotator cuff issues (indirectly through bone changes), and calcific tendonitis.

No, the X-ray procedure is painless. You simply need to hold still for a few seconds while the images are captured.

The patient will typically be positioned in a sitting or standing position. The AP view involves facing the X-ray machine with the arm at the side, while the LAT view requires the patient to turn the shoulder to the side for a different angle.