X - Ray Lumbar Spine (L S) Flexion & Extension Views

Also referred as

Lumbar Spine X-Ray – Extension & Flexion

LS Spine Functional X-rays – Flexion & Extension

For men & women

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₹255

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The X - Ray Lumbar Spine (L S) Flexion & Extension Views test uses X rays to generate the images of lumbar spine which consists of 5 vertebrae. This test is used to check instability of spine in spondylolisthesis which is a spinal condition that causes lower back pain. The patient is asked to bend forward for the flexion view and to lean back from the lower back for the extension view.

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Test Information is reviewed by: Dr. Swati Gupta (Anand), MBBS, MD Lab Medicine and written by Dr. Lipika Khurana, BDS, PGDHHM . The test details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any test. Last updated on: 16th Apr 2026

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X - Ray Lumbar Spine (L S) Flexion & Extension Views test price for other cities

Price in	New Delhi	Rs. 390
Price in	Bangalore	Rs. 420
Price in	Bhopal	Rs. 525
Price in	Pune	Rs. 450
Price in	Mumbai	Rs. 450

FAQs related to X - Ray Lumbar Spine (L S) Flexion & Extension Views

What are the drawbacks of a bone X-ray?

X-ray images give a very clear view of the bones. However, it does not provide a good visual image of the soft tissues like tendons, muscles or fat tissue under the skin. Even the bone microfractures or complicated spine injuries are not clearly visible on the X Ray images. Apart from this, it also exposes the patient to some amount of radiations but the benefit of the information gained from an X-ray image outweighs the risk of radiations.

Who interprets the X-ray results?

The interpretation of an X-Ray image is carried out by a radiologist who analyses or reads the X-ray image and prepares a report of the findings which is shared with the patient.

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Standard time

12 hrs

For slots after 11 AM, report will be delivered in 48 hours.

Preparations

Fasting for 4–6 hours is required.

Patients may take Dulcolax and Charcoal tablets at night to ensure clear abdominal waste.

You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.

Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiation may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Informed consent is required.

Why is this test booked?

To find the cause of the lower back pain that lasts for a long time

To look for any injury or fracture of the spinal bones (vertebrae)

To diagnose any suspected tumors (abnormal growth), arthritis, osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) or infections of the spine

To detect suspected disc problems like spondylolisthesis (dislocation or slipping of one vertebra over the other) or degeneration of the disc

To look for any abnormalities in the curvature of the spine like lordosis (excessive inward curve of spine), kyphosis (excessive outward curve of spine also known as hunch back), scoliosis (side to side abnormal curvature) or birth defects

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