It is feasible for a single-practitioner podiatry practice to add weight bearing CT (WBCT) imaging and realize economical and operational benefits, Dr. Nicholas Hugentobler, DPM, explained in a webinar titled, “Incorporating Weight Bearing CT Imaging into the Daily Podiatric Practice” on FOOTInnovate. Dr…
A weight bearing CT (WBCT)-first approach in diagnosing syndesmotic instability emerged as the most cost-effective choice and lowest overall radiation dose exposure pathway by researchers at the Foot and Ankle Research Innovation Lab. Identifying subtle syndesmotic instability can be challenging,…
Leakage in healthcare can be a significant challenge, and it's important to address it effectively. Are you keeping a close eye on the advanced imaging referrals leaving your facility? Tracking where those referrals are going and why they're leaving can…
Key Points: Weight Bearing CT (WBCT) imaging has facilitated the introduction of a new classification system for Progressive Collapsing Foot Deformity (PCFD), commonly known as flatfoot. WBCT is particularly useful in recognizing peritalar subluxation (PTS) components and impingements, which allows…
Key Points 2D imaging has limitations for pathology such as Hallux Valgus (HV) as pronation on the sagittal and coronal planes cannot be fully appreciated. WBCT 3D measurements can reliably assess multiplanar deformities of the foot and ankle, which is…
Key Points Semi-automatic measurements made on WBCT scans are reproducible and comparable to measurements performed manually. Software designed for WBCT help differentiate pathological from non-pathological conditions. Semi-automatic software tools can help orthopedic surgeons obtain more accurate diagnosis with WBCT and…
Key Points Compared to controls, WBCT scans of hallux valgus (HV) & hallux rigidus (HR) patients confirmed signs of first ray instability at the TMT joint are often present. Dorsal translation of the M1 and plantar gapping were other common…
Are two-dimensional imaging techniques to blame for the diagnostic enigma of subtalar joint instability? An emerging technology, three-dimensional weight bearing CT (WBCT), may be the solution to better understanding the concept of hindfoot instability. A recent study by Dr. Arne…
Weight bearing CT imaging is a useful clinical tool in the podiatric setting, especially when it comes to pre-operative planning for hallux valgus. "Bunions are definitely one of the most common pathologies we see here," said podiatric surgeon Dr. John…
Key Points Researchers from RNOH Stanmore analyzed 182 feet via WBCT to define normal values for 1st MT rotation. Normal range is be between -5 and 16 degrees for the MPA and - 4 and 18 degrees for the α…
