X-RAY DORSAL SPINE LATERAL

It is commonly performed to evaluate mid-back pain, spinal injuries, suspected fractures, osteoporosis-related compression fractures, degenerative changes, spinal deformities, and other abnormalities affecting the thoracic spine.

Lateral refers to a side-view image of the thoracic spine, allowing doctors to assess the vertebrae, disc spaces, and spinal alignment from the side.

The examination visualizes the thoracic vertebrae (T1–T12), intervertebral disc spaces, vertebral bodies, thoracic curvature, and surrounding bony structures.

The lateral view helps evaluate the height of the vertebral bodies, spinal alignment, disc spaces, compression fractures, and abnormal spinal curvature, which may not be fully visible on a front-view X-ray.

Yes. It is commonly used to identify thoracic spine fractures, compression fractures, vertebral collapse, and traumatic spinal injuries.