Sunday 4 November 2012

Forearm - AP



Pathology shown: 

  • Radius, ulna, carpals, distal humerus


Area Covered:

  •  Fractures, dislocations,and pathologic processes such as osteomyelitis or arthritis
anatomy of forearm




Basic Patient Position
The patient sits alongside the end of the table with the affected arm fully extended and the hand supinated, the table top should be raised to the level of the lower border of the axilla so the whole arm is supported and parallel to the cassette. The patient should lean externally to bring the humeral epicondyles equidistant from the film, in this position the wrist will be externally rotated from AP. It is not possible to view proximal and distal ends in true AP position, it is best to ensure that the area of most interest is projected correctly.

Central Ray
The vertical central ray is positioned midway between the medial and lateral skin surfaces midway between the wrist and elbow joints.

Positioning of forearm




X-Ray Of forearm




Video of forearm Radiography Positioning




for more info click right here and here


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