No, the procedure is painless. The patient is simply asked to hold still while the X-rays are taken.

The patient places their hand flat for the AP view, and for the oblique view, the hand is rotated at a 45-degree angle. The X-ray machine captures both images to assess the hand's bones and joints.

It is used to diagnose fractures, arthritis, tendon injuries, infections, congenital abnormalities, and other bone and joint issues in the right hand.

X-rays primarily show bone and joint structures, but the oblique view can help detect indirect signs of soft tissue issues, like tendonitis or ligament injuries.