Positioning Sternal recumbency Support the head on foam pads and turn away from the affected limb Extend the affected limb cranially Ensure foot in true dorsopalmar position Centre over the middle of the carpus Collimate to include the carpus and toes Ensure L/R marker in primary beam
What to look for Ensure foot and carpus are not rotated - each metacarpus should be clearly visualised Top tips Sometimes taping the foot down can help if the carpus keeps rotating.
