Rheumatoid Arthritis: Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Treatment and More

B) Imaging Studies

    1. X-ray- X-rays give the biggest clues regarding the development of Rheumatoid Arthritis. It shows the significant narrowing of the joint spaces. This is what gives the biggest clues to the diagnosis of the disease.
    2. MRI- An MRI is done to confirm the diagnosis and establish the extent of damage to the other adjoining structures.