X - Ray Both Calcaneum LAT View

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the scan.
You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Understanding X - Ray Both Calcaneum LAT View

What is X - Ray Both Calcaneum LAT View?

X - Ray Both Calcaneum LAT (Lateral) View is used to visualise calcaneus (bone of the heel) and the soft tissues (skin and muscles). This view is able to assess for bony lesions and also helps in determining the extent and alignment of fractures

This test is prescribed by the doctor to diagnose any broken/fractured calcaneus (heel bone) and to monitor the healing of the broken bone, after it has been set.

What is X - Ray Both Calcaneum LAT View used for?

To diagnose any broken/fractured calcaneum (heel bone) and to monitor the healing of the broken bone, after it has been set.
To diagnose any suspected infection, osteoporosis, deformities or abnormal growth of the bones and arthritis (inflammation of the joints).

Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about X - Ray Both Calcaneum LAT View

Frequently Asked Questions about X - Ray Both Calcaneum LAT View

Q. What are the drawbacks of a bone X-ray?

X-ray images give a very clear view of the bones. However, it does not provide a good visual image of the soft tissues like tendons, muscles or fat tissue under the skin. Even the bone microfractures or complicated spine injuries are not clearly visible on the X Ray images. Apart from this, it also exposes the patient to some amount of radiations but the benefit of the information gained from an X-ray image outweighs the risk of radiations.

Q. Who interprets the X-ray results?

The interpretation of an X-Ray image is carried out by a radiologist who analyses or reads the X-ray image and prepares a report of the findings which is shared with the patient.