A C-arm machine categorizes itself as an unconventional and advanced medical imaging system that works on the general basics of X-ray and wave technology. They are fluoroscopy devices and are colloquially known as image intensifiers.

Technically, the picture or image intensifier is only a section of the whole machine known as a detector. A C-arm gets its name from its C-shaped arm found on the device’s outer side, which usually connects the primary x-ray source with the sensor.

This article will explore some of X-ray image intensifiers’ essential functions and applications and many more to keep you up with some of the equipment in your office or line of specialization.

What is a mobile C-arm X-Ray machine?

A mobile C-arm X-ray device is a medical imaging machine based on X-ray tech and can be used flexibly in different ORs within any medical clinic or hospital. The device adopted the name because of its general appearance of a C shaped arm that connects the X-ray detector and the x-ray source.

Applications of a C-arm machine

Being a medical device, the C-arm is used in various sectors that require the doctor to diagnose any body’s internal structure.

Among other applications, a C-arm can be used during orthopaedic, pain management, complicated surgical processes, and other emergency procedures requiring the doctor to analyze the situation. 

The machine works under the principles of fluoroscopy tech, which enables the device to provide high-end resolution in 3D images in real-time.

So the doctors and surgeons can have close monitoring of the progress of the whole procedure, thus giving the doctors enough information to make an educated and informed decision.

It is a non-invasive machine meaning it has no effect or links to radiation exposure to the human body, making it a better and safe option in pre and post-screening procedures. The device is also used on rare occasions to provide clear images of broken bones during an average dislocation in places where you cannot insert a typical X-ray machine.

A C-arm can also act as a small but accurate solution to the regular X-ray machine since they all work using the same principle of sound and lightwave to generate all the images required.

Summary of applications

Multiple studies include but are limited to Orthodontics, cardiac, reproductive blood circulation and digestive systems.

• In complicated surgery
• Surgical navigation
• Needle placement guidance

How does a C-arm machine work?

The machine employs X-ray technology whereby integrates high-frequency light waves to capture and record internal structures. A C-arm incorporates a generator which is the X-ray source and the picture or the image intensifier or plane detector.

The C-shaped arm connects the two elements allowing horizontal, round and vertical movement, which swivels the axes lens so that the whole X-ray image can be captured and produced from every angle.

Final word

When it comes to medical devices, accuracy is the key, and in the C-arm X-ray machine, the same has been considered; the device has been customized in a way it both offers a solution in terms of flexibility and quality images for better decisions in surgical procedures.