The “I’m Fine” Hall of Fame: Injuries People Ignore Way Too Long

Sep 30

2 min read

We all know the phrase: “I’m fine.”

Maybe your knee has been bothering you for weeks. Your shoulder still hurts after that weekend project. Or that little ache you thought would disappear on its own has officially become part of your daily routine.

Welcome to the “I’m Fine” Hall of Fame, where persistent aches and pains sometimes get ignored longer than they should.

When “It’s Probably Nothing” Keeps Hanging Around

It can be easy to brush off discomfort, especially when life is busy. But when pain or other symptoms continue, it may be worth discussing them with your healthcare provider.

Diagnostic imaging can help healthcare providers take a closer look at what may be causing your symptoms. Pennsauken Diagnostic Center offers Open MRI, Digital X-Rays, and Ultrasound to provide the diagnostic images physicians need when evaluating illnesses, injuries, pain, and other medical concerns.

Digital X-rays are often one of the first imaging tools used when evaluating an illness or injury. Open MRI can provide detailed images of soft tissues, while ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to generate images of tissues and organs.

Stop Guessing and Start Getting Answers

If your healthcare provider recommends diagnostic imaging, Pennsauken Diagnostic Center is committed to making the experience as comfortable and convenient as possible. We understand that patients may already be in pain or feel nervous about testing, which is why compassionate care is an important part of the PDC experience.

Located at 6027 S. Crescent Blvd., Pennsauken, NJ 08110, Pennsauken Diagnostic Center provides diagnostic imaging for patients throughout Camden County, NJ, as well as nearby Cherry Hill, NJ, Marlton, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA.

So, if you’ve been saying “I’m fine” for a little too long, consider talking with your healthcare provider about whether diagnostic imaging may be an appropriate next step.

Pennsauken Diagnostic Center

6027 S. Crescent Blvd.

Pennsauken, NJ 08110

(856) 662-7581