Thoracic Spine

Question 1

In order to demonstrate the intervertebral foramina of the thoracic spine, the patient should be placed in the –1– position.

Answer 1

Lateral

Question 2

To demonstrate the thoracic apophyseal joint that is furthest from the IR with a patient that starts in the lateral position, the patient should be rotated…

Answer 2

20 degrees posterior

Question 3

The MSP forms a –1– degree angle to the IR when performing an oblique position of the thoracic spine.

Answer 3

70

Question 4

Which projection best demonstrates the use of the anode heel effect and explain your answer.

Answer 4

AP Thoracic

Fat-Cat. You would position the pt so that the anode is directed towards T1 and the cathode is directed towards T12.

Question 5

Why should the patient flex their hips and knees when performing the AP projection of the thoracic spine?

Answer 5

To reduce the kyphotic curve

Question 6

For the swimmers position of the thoracic spine, the CR should be directed –1– degrees –2–.

Answer 6

3-5 degrees caudal