An X-ray Heel AP is a diagnostic imaging test that provides detailed images of the heel bone (calcaneus) from the top (anterior-posterior) view. It helps in evaluating conditions such as fractures, bone spurs, or inflammation affecting the heel.
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Why it is done :
Assessing the alignment and integrity of the heel bone for abnormalities such as fractures, bone spurs, or inflammatory changes.
Detecting conditions such as heel fractures, plantar fasciitis, or Haglund's deformity affecting the heel structure and function.
Evaluating symptoms such as heel pain, swelling, or difficulty walking associated with heel problems for proper diagnosis and treatment planning.