Topics addressed include arthritis, neoplasm, osteoporosis, fracture, infection, avascular necrosis, and skeletal dysplasia. X-rays will be introduced to illustrate various disorders. This course is an introduction to the physics of x-ray. Photon production, projection, collimation, attenuation, and image formation are among the topics considered. The various components of x-ray systems are studied as are the fundamentals of darkroom procedure.
Emphasis is placed on the biological effects of ionizing radiation and on patient protection.
72 hours First in the radiologic diagnosis series, this course is designed to acquaint the student with basic radiographic anatomy. The course covers normal radiographic anatomy, roentgenometrics, and common normal variants. X-ray report writing will be introduced. This is a practical course in radiologic technique with emphasis on special chiropractic procedures. Machine operation and patient positioning are demonstrated and discussed.