Objectives: To outline a range of minimally invasive image-guided procedures that benefit spinal cord-injured patients and may expedite clinical care. Study design: Pictorial review. Results/Conclusions: Image-guided procedures have made a significant impact in medical management in many specialties. These techniques continue to evolve rapidly and afford opportunities to reduce patient morbidity and in-patient length of stay.

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