Diagnostic Imaging — Chapters & Study Resources

Choose how you want to learn.

Study how to describe a projection, search an image systematically, select the right clinical question and communicate with the referring team. These are text-first foundational lessons, not a radiographic case atlas.

Explore the four units

Start with imaging principles, then review the regional decision questions.

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING 4 UNITS · 15 CHAPTERS

01Imaging Foundations & Fracture ReasoningChapters 01–04 · projections, search, modalities and fractures 02Spine & Upper ExtremityChapters 05–09 · cervical spine through hand 03Pelvis & Lower ExtremityChapters 10–12 · hip, knee, ankle and foot 04Chest, TMJ & Clinical ReportingChapters 13–15 · chest, additional topics and reports

Practice imaging decisions

Three examples cover acute trauma, clinical suspicion after an initially negative image and incidental findings.

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Current imaging reference points

Appropriateness depends on the question, symptoms, mechanism, risk factors and the applicable setting. Authority for PT imaging orders varies by state law and individual training. The resources below supplement, rather than replace, your course notes.

Only original, public-domain or properly licensed and source-matched images will be added. Several authentic radiograph candidates and clinical captions remain in rights and accuracy review.

Educational PT-school companion, not radiology reporting, an imaging order, individual diagnosis, or an NPTE pass guarantee. Follow the treating team, professional scope, local rules and current imaging criteria.