{"id":"69a237c1efd4f1d9175045d8","name":"Calcaneus X-Ray Template","slug":"calcaneus-x-ray-template","description":"Structured template for X-ray imaging of the calcaneus, including lateral and Harris views for evaluation of fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue abnormalities.","category":{"modality":"X-Ray","system":"MSK"},"tags":["calcaneus","heel","fracture","subtalar joint","weight-bearing","trauma"],"sections":{"title":{"defaultText":"X-Ray Calcaneus","aiInstructions":"Use the exam type and anatomical location from the report. Format as '[Imaging Type] [Anatomical Structure]' (e.g., 'X-Ray Left Calcaneus'). Include laterality if specified."},"clinicalHistory":{"defaultText":"[Patient-specific — populated at report time]","aiInstructions":"Ask the user for: patient age, sex, presenting complaint, relevant clinical history, and reason for the exam. This section contextualizes the entire report. Always include it."},"comparison":{"defaultText":"No prior studies available for comparison.","aiInstructions":"Document any prior imaging studies mentioned. If no comparison is available, use default text. Include date and findings of prior study if referenced."},"technique":{"defaultText":"Lateral and Harris views of the calcaneus were obtained.","aiInstructions":"Document the specific radiographic projections performed. Include laterality (left/right/bilateral). List all views obtained (e.g., lateral, Harris, axial, dorsoplantar). Do not include patient positioning details or technical parameters unless clinically relevant."},"findings":{"defaultText":"Evaluation of the calcaneus demonstrates normal bone alignment and articular surfaces.","aiInstructions":"Organize findings by anatomical structure. Document each structure systematically. Use clear, objective language. Replace default text only when abnormalities are present. Do not include normal findings if pathology is documented for that structure.","fields":[{"name":"Bone Cortex and Trabeculae","defaultText":"No fracture or dislocation is identified.","aiInstructions":"Assess for fractures, cortical disruption, and trabecular disruption. Include location and type of fracture if present (e.g., posterior facet fracture, anterior process fracture, body fracture). Document displacement if applicable."},{"name":"Subtalar Joint","defaultText":"The subtalar joint is preserved with normal articular alignment.","aiInstructions":"Evaluate the posterior facet and middle facet of the subtalar joint. Assess for articular surface integrity, alignment, and degenerative changes. Document any subluxation or incongruity."},{"name":"Sustentaculum Tali","defaultText":"The sustentaculum tali is intact.","aiInstructions":"Assess the sustentaculum tali for fractures or displacement. Note if this structure is preserved or fractured."},{"name":"Plantar Surface","defaultText":"There is no plantar calcaneal spurring.","aiInstructions":"Evaluate for plantar fasciitis-related changes, including calcaneal spurs at the insertion of the plantar fascia. Document size and location if present."},{"name":"Joint Effusion","defaultText":"No joint effusion is present.","aiInstructions":"Assess for fluid collection within the subtalar joint or surrounding articulations. Document if effusion is present."},{"name":"Soft Tissues","defaultText":"Soft tissues are unremarkable.","aiInstructions":"Evaluate surrounding soft tissues for edema, hematoma, or other abnormalities. Document any significant findings related to heel pad thickness or periosteal reactions."}]},"impression":{"defaultText":"No acute fracture or dislocation is identified.","aiInstructions":"Synthesize key findings into a concise summary statement. Include presence or absence of acute pathology. Document any chronic changes or incidental findings. Avoid redundancy with findings section. Use clear, actionable language appropriate for clinical communication."}},"aiUsageInstructions":{"summary":"Use this template to generate a complete Calcaneus X-Ray Template radiology report.","steps":["1. Collect patient clinical history from the user (age, sex, clinical indication).","2. Confirm whether prior studies are available for comparison.","3. For the Technique section, use defaultText or adapt based on actual acquisition parameters.","4. For each field in sections.findings.fields: ask the user for the finding or infer from clinical context. Use defaultText if the structure is normal.","5. Generate the Impression by summarizing the most significant findings from step 4.","6. Use the aiInstructions for each section to guide the depth and format of the content.","7. Maintain formal radiology report language throughout. Passive voice preferred.","8. If any finding is abnormal, quantify it with measurements and describe its imaging characteristics."],"language":"Formal radiology report language. Passive voice preferred. Avoid first-person pronouns.","format":"Numbered impression list. Prose findings paragraphs or structured field-by-field format both acceptable.","units":"Report measurements in centimeters (cm) for masses, millimeters (mm) for small structures."},"meta":{"canonicalUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/templates/calcaneus-x-ray-template","claudeApiUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/templates/api/claude/calcaneus-x-ray-template","useInDashboardUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/?templateId=69a237c1efd4f1d9175045d8","apiUrl":"https://radiluxreports.com/templates/api/calcaneus-x-ray-template","updatedAt":"2026-03-01T00:12:23.912Z","license":"Free for clinical and educational use. Attribution appreciated."}}