Which of the following projections will demonstrate anterior to posterior displacement of the anatomy of the shoulder joint if a patient is able to stand?

AP with lateral rotation
scapular Y
AP with external rotation
AP with neutral position


scapular Y

Rationale: If the patient can stand erect or roll supine, a scapular Y view can be performed. The scapular Y view will demonstrate the relationship of the humeral head to the glenoid fossa, and the position of the humeral head if displaced anterior or posterior to the glenohumeral joint space.

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