How are bone spurs diagnosed?

How are bone spurs diagnosed?

Without symptoms, you may accidentally discover a bone spur during an X-ray or other test for a different condition.

If you report pain, stiffness and loss of motion to your healthcare provider, he or she will:

• Ask you to describe your symptoms.
• Ask about your medical history and family’s medical history.
• Ask you to rate your discomfort.
• Perform a physical examination.
• Test your joint’s range of motion and strength.
• Order imaging tests, like X-rays to look for arthritis and spurs or CT scans or MRIs to identify damaged ligaments or tendons.