When an anteroposterior (AP)projection of the cervical spine is performed, the central ray is directed:
15 degrees cephalad
What are the routines for a C-Spine?
AP Axial, Oblique, Lateral and special view
What is the routine for an AP Thoracic Spine?
FFD: 40", 7x17lw (men) 14x17lw (scoliosis). Supine. Anode heel effect, CR entering between T1-T7. Deep inspiration.
What is the routine for an AP Axial Spine?
FFD 40", 8x10lw. Supine. Tilt head back slightly (a line between incisors and EAM). CR is 15-2degrees cephallic entering C4 (hyoid). Shown is C3-T2
For which of the following projections is it most important to consider the anode heel effect:
AP projection of the thoracic spine
What is different about the Thoracic spine:
Facets or articulation with ribs
What is the definition of a Hernia:
Protrusion of a structure through a wall which normally contains it
The region of the spine that consists of five vertebrae and has a lordotic curve is the:
Lumbar Spine
What is the routine for an Obl Lumbar Spine (RPO/LPO)?
FFD 40", 10x12lw. Supine obl. MSP to lateral border, 1/2 way between, slide patient until CR hits finger, place thumb on opposite ASIS, roll like a log. Breathe out. Apophyseal joint
