Emphasis is given to an analytical approach to traumatic lesions of the bones and joints, metabolic diseases and related disorders, and hematological disorders and the skeletal dysplasias. Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics. This course is a continuation of Skeletal Radiology I with emphasis on tumors of the skeletal system, bone and joint infections, and arthritides. Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics. This course presents the application of the principles of X-ray interpretation to disease processes and anomalies affecting the soft tissues of the chest and abdomen.
Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics.
This laboratory course teaches proper positioning of the patient for radiographic imaging of the spine, extremities, chest and abdomen. Doctor-patient communication and radiation protection is stressed throughout the course. This course presents a clinical approach to the relevant radiographic findings of conditions and anomalies commonly seen in chiropractic practice. Emphasis is given to case management through the correlation of radiologic findings with case history, physical examination, and laboratory findings. This course presents special imaging procedures that are available to assist in the evaluation and management of patients.