The central ray for the mediolateral foot is directed to:

1st cuneiform
1 inch inferior to the medial malleolus
base of 3rd metatarsal
talocalcaneal joint


1st cuneiform

Rationale: The lateral foot will use a mediolateral projection. The CR is directed at the level of the first cuneiform.

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