Limb Positioning Flashcards
What are the two views for a shoulder X-ray
Lateral & CaCr
Tips for shoulder X-rays
Take the distal forelimb an extend cranially while taking the proximal limb and extending caudally
Where do you measure for the shoulder?
Over thickest part of shoulder joint
What has to be in field of view for shoulder X-rays
The whole shoulder view needs to be included
Two views for elbow
Lateral and a/p (CaCr)
Tips for elbow X-rays
Keep lateral, tends to roll
What breed commonly gets elbow displasia?
German shepherds & labs, large breeds
What age does a dog commonly get diagnosed with elbow displasia?
7-10 months
Two views for long bone X-rays
Lateral & A/P , also CaCr depending on position.
Where do you measure for long bone X-rays
Measure the thickest part on bone
What needs to be included in log bone X-rays field of view?
The joint above and below the long bone
3 views for knee X-rays
Skyline , lateral and CaCr.
Where do you measure for knee X-rays.
Over the stifle joint
What is a tip for skyline view?
Keep knee bent and still ( use gauze)
Tips for lateral view of knee
Keep stifle lateral and slightly bent
