When you return to your room you will be asked to stay in bed with your leg straight
or your arm immobile for 6-8 hours. If you have any swelling, tingling or pain, or
feel something wet at your puncture site, call the nurse for assistance. A nurse
or nursing assistant can help you with a bedpan or urinal while you are on bed rest.
You should be able to resume your regular diet following the procedure. You are also
encouraged to drink plenty of fluids. The X-ray pictures will be studied by the radiologist
(doctor who specializes in reading and interpreting X-rays) and a report will be
sent to your doctor who will discuss the results with you and answer your questions.
