Lateral forearm

Basic Patient Position The patient sits alongside the end of the table with the affected elbow flexed at 90 degrees and the hand rotated externally into the true lateral position, 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 hand may need to be supported on a small pad to bring to superimpose the humeral epicondyles. anatomy of forearm Radiation protection Direct lead rubber gonad protection using a "half apron". Ensure the lower limbs and torso are not below the table top in the primary beam. Lateral  Femur projection  Central Ray The vertical central ray is positioned midway between the medial and lateral skin surfaces midway between the wrist and elbow joints. Radiographic Image of lateral femur Video of forearm Radiography Positioning for more info click right here