Skeletal observation schemas

Use this page only when you want deeper structure. For normal use, go straight to skeletal review.

Hand & Wrist X-rays

Finger, metacarpal, carpal, and distal radius/ulna observation workflow.

Focus: bone findings, joint findings, alignment findings, soft tissue clues, impression, and limits.

Key anatomy: fingers, metacarpals, carpal bones, distal radius, distal ulna

Shoulder, Humerus & Elbow X-rays

Shoulder girdle, humerus, elbow, and forearm observation workflow.

Focus: bone findings, joint findings, alignment findings, soft tissue clues, impression, and limits.

Key anatomy: clavicle, glenohumeral joint, humerus, elbow, radius / ulna

Pelvis & Hip X-rays

Pelvic symmetry, femoral neck/intertrochanteric, and hip alignment workflow.

Focus: bone findings, joint findings, alignment findings, soft tissue clues, impression, and limits.

Key anatomy: pelvic ring, acetabula, pubic rami, femoral necks, SI joints

Leg & Knee X-rays

Long-bone continuity and knee compartment workflow.

Focus: bone findings, joint findings, alignment findings, soft tissue clues, impression, and limits.

Key anatomy: distal femur, proximal tibia, fibula, knee compartments, patellar region

Ankle & Foot X-rays

Ankle, hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot workflow.

Focus: bone findings, joint findings, alignment findings, soft tissue clues, impression, and limits.

Key anatomy: malleoli, talar dome, midfoot, metatarsals, phalanges

Spine & Back X-rays

Spine alignment and degenerative workflow with a separate chiropractic lens.

Focus: bone findings, joint findings, alignment findings, soft tissue clues, impression, and limits.

Key anatomy: vertebral bodies, disc spaces, facet / uncovertebral region, sagittal alignment, pelvic base when visible