Pa ferguson thoracic

Question 1

What pathology is demonstrated in this image?

Answer 1

Scoliosis

Question 2

Why is this image performed PA instead of AP?

Answer 2

So less radiation hits front of patient since mainly young females have this exam done

Question 3

What is the central ray location?

Answer 3

1” below crest for bottom, 1.5” of IR above shoulder for top
MSP

Question 4

What is done in a 2nd image to demonstrate how the curvature is affected by weight bearing?

Answer 4

Place box on side of convexity so patient can elevtae foot and hip to relieve weight