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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Radicular leg pain or neurogenic claudication

Recommended: MRI Lumbar Spine without contrast is the preferred imaging study for radicular leg pain or neurogenic claudication. MRI for persistent radicular symptoms, neuro deficit, or before considering surgery / injection.

Recommended study

MRI Lumbar Spine without contrast

MRI No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal Outpatient Reviewed

MRI for persistent radicular symptoms, neuro deficit, or before considering surgery / injection. Contrast added for prior surgery (to distinguish scar from recurrent disc).

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