Foot AP axial

Question 1

• Which projection of the foot will best demonstrate the sinus tarsi?

Answer 1

AP oblique medial rotation

Question 2

• How much is the central ray angled and in what direction?

Answer 2

10 degrees towards heel, cephalic

Question 3

• What is the central ray location?

Answer 3

3rd metatarsal base

Question 4

• How is the foot positioned for this image (dorsiflexed or plantarflexed)?

Answer 4

Plantarflexed

Question 5

• What joints of the foot should be demonstrated as open in a properly positioned foot?

Answer 5

Trasometatarsal spaces open, navicular and cuneiform spaces open