Mediolateral Ankle

Question 1

• How should the foot be positioned in relationship to the lower leg for the lateral ankle?

Answer 1

Foot on lateral side, dorsiflexed 90 degrees

Question 2

• Which side of the body should the patient be lying on for this image (affected or unaffected)?

Answer 2

Affected side

Question 3

• What is the central ray location?

Answer 3

Medial malleolus, ankle joint

Question 4

• How should the talar domes be demonstrated in a properly positioned lateral ankle?

Answer 4

Talar domes should be superimposed

Question 5

• Where should the distal fibula be demonstrated in relation to the distal tibia in a properly positioned lateral ankle?

Answer 5

Posterior half of tibia. If not, there is rotation