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Radiographic Positioning: Radiographic Positioning of the Coccyx


COCCYX

ROUTINE VIEWS: AP, Lateral

AP
1. 8 x 10 film
2. Bucky
3. Center midsagittal and 2" above symphysis pubis
4. 40" SID
5. 10 degree caudal tube angle

LATERAL
1. 8 x 10 film
2. Bucky
3. Palpate bottom of coccyx to center
4. 40" SID