Imaging in Fratures

Imaging of fractures involves the rule of two.

1. Two joints - Both joints, proximal and distal to the fracture should be included in the radiograph. 
2. Two views - There should be two views, anteroposterior and lateral. 
3. Two limbs - When the lesion is in a paired organ, you should never forget to compare it with the other. Therefore, a radiograph of the normal limb should also be taken.
4. Two times - radiographs should be taken both before and after the procedure. 

description of radiographs is remembered as the rule of A's.

1. Anatomy - e.g. proximal tibia
2. Articular - e.g. intra-articular, extra-articular
3. Alignment - e.g. first plane
4. Angulation - e.g. second plane
5. Apex - e.g. apex pointing medially
6. Apposition - e.g. 25%, 50%.....