X-RAY LEFT FOOT AP & OBLIQUE

It is performed to evaluate left foot pain, injuries, trauma, suspected fractures, dislocations, arthritis, bone deformities, stress fractures, swelling, and other abnormalities affecting the foot.

Oblique refers to an angled view, usually with the foot rotated about 30–45 degrees, providing additional visualization of the bones and joints that may not be fully seen on the AP view.

The examination visualizes the phalanges (toe bones), metatarsals, tarsal bones, calcaneus (heel bone), talus, navicular, cuboid, cuneiform bones, metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joints, tarsometatarsal joints, and surrounding bony structures.

Both views provide complementary information, helping detect fractures, dislocations, joint alignment abnormalities, bone deformities, and degenerative changes that may not be fully visible on a single view.

Yes. It is commonly used to identify fractures of the toes, metatarsals, tarsal bones, and other foot bones, particularly following injury or trauma. The oblique view is especially useful for detecting fractures of the metatarsals and midfoot.