The Pelvis & Femur : Osteology & Radiographic Technique

Build a Strong Foundation in Pelvic Osteology, Anatomy & Radiographic Technique

Explore the structural complexity of the pelvis with RadGuide’s comprehensive digital presentation. Perfect for anatomy students, radiography trainees, and healthcare professionals, this resource offers a clear and concise introduction to the bones and landmarks of the pelvic region, essential for understanding movement, clinical assessment, and imaging. In addition, gain a strong foundation in pelvic radiographic techniques to ensure accurate imaging and diagnosis.

📘 In this presentation, you’ll explore:

Pelvic Osteology Overview

🦴 Detailed Breakdown of the Pelvic Bones

• Thorough examination of the bones that make up the pelvis: ilium, ischium, pubis, sacrum, and coccyx

• Understanding how these components fuse to form the hip bones, supporting the spine and lower limbs

• Key anatomical features such as the iliac crests, anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS), and acetabulum

📏 Key Anatomical Landmarks

• Identify important features including the pubic symphysis, sacroiliac joints, and pelvic inlet/outlet

• Clinical significance of anatomical landmarks such as sacroiliac joints for assessing conditions like arthritis and inflammation

🔍 Pelvic Structure and Function

• Insight into the role of the pelvis in weight transfer, locomotion, and organ protection

• The functional demands of the pelvis, including its role in childbirth

• Divisions of the true and false pelvis, and the anatomical relationships that allow for proper movement and posture

Anatomical Relationships and Joints

💡 Pelvic Joints & Articulations

• Explore how the pelvic bones articulate with the spine and femurs, forming essential joints like the sacroiliac (SI) joints and hip joints

• Understand how these joints contribute to posture, gait, and functional movement

• Study the pelvic inlet and outlet, their relationship to the birth canal, and implications for obstetric imaging

Radiographic Technique for Pelvic Imaging

📸 Pelvic Radiographic Projections

• Step-by-step guidance for key pelvic imaging views: AP (Anteroposterior), lateral, Judet views, and oblique views for specialized imaging

• Proper positioning techniques to ensure accurate alignment and visualization of pelvic bones and joints

• Specific instructions for hip joint imaging and fracture detection

🎯 Optimizing Radiographic Technique

• Best practices for adjusting exposure factors (kVp, mAs) to obtain optimal image quality for bone detail and soft tissue visibility

• Key centering points and beam angles for accurate radiographs of the pelvis and hip joints

• Ensuring proper patient positioning to avoid distortion and superimposition of anatomical structures

💡 Clinical Imaging Considerations

• Techniques for imaging pelvic fractures, dislocations, and conditions like hip dysplasia

• Radiographic considerations for arthritis in the pelvic and hip joints, including techniques for assessing joint space narrowing and alignment

• Pelvic trauma imaging, with special focus on fracture patterns, joint displacement, and soft tissue evaluation

Educational Value and Application

Designed for:

• Anatomy students who are learning about the pelvis and its functional role

• Radiography trainees looking to improve their understanding of pelvic imaging techniques

• Healthcare educators teaching musculoskeletal and imaging anatomy

• Physical therapy programs that require a strong foundation in pelvic structure and function

Format: Digital Presentation (PowerPoint/PDF)
Delivery: Sent via email upon purchase
Level: Beginner to intermediate
Created by: Registered radiographer with clinical teaching experience