Weight bearing CT (WBCT) can effectively differentiate between stable and unstable Lisfranc injuries, according to a recent study by Dr. Rohan Bhimani et al, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. WBCT demonstrates high sensitivity and specificity,…
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…
In CurveBeam's latest videocast, we sit down with Dr. Francois Lintz, MD, PhD, FEBOT, to discuss his plans as incoming president of the WBCT Society. We also discuss his ideas on rebranding weight bearing CT imaging as 3D X-Ray. "Rebranding,…
Donald D. Anderson, PhD is Vice Chair of Research, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Iowa. He discusses how the CurveBeam HiRise aids his efforts in researching osteoarthritis & joint deterioration in the knee, foot & ankle, especially when…
A group of radiologists from the Netherlands and Italy are asking if 3D angle measurements taken on weight bearing CT scans should be the new standard for foot & ankle evaluation. Automated 3D analyses of the foot & ankle using…
HATFIELD, PENN. – March 16, 2021 -- CurveBeam, a leader in weight-bearing CT (WBCT) imaging, announced its systems now include specific protocols for Exactech’s Vantage® Ankle PSI, its patient-specific instrumentation created in collaboration with 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD). Vantage Ankle PSI…
Provide a Personalized Assessment of Knee Arthritis Custom solutions for knee osteoarthritis (OA) deserve custom imaging solutions as well. In-office standing CT (WBCT) allows the surgeon to make timely decisions on the appropriateness of partial vs. total knee replacement procedures…
By Dr. David J. Soomekh, DPM, FACFAS Guest Contributor Charcot foot is a complex foot deformity involving subluxations and dislocations and fractures of the foot. It is most commonly seen in patients with uncontrolled Diabetes or other neurological deficiencies. When…
By Dr. David J. Soomekh, DPM, FACFAS Guest Contributor Osteoarthritis is the loss of cartilage between 2 bones. This kind of arthritis can occur in any joint of the body. The foot and ankle are uniquely susceptible due to the…
