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# [Chiropractic digital x-ray measurement tools](https://www.patientimage.com/blog/chiropractic-digital-x-ray-measurement-tools)

** Jun 23, 2022 4:59:30 AM / by [Chad Hutchison](https://www.patientimage.com/blog/author/chad-hutchison)

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[Chiropractic digital x-ray](https://shop.patientimage.com/collections/chiropractic-digital-x-ray) measurement tools come in a variety of forms across multiple vendors, each with its own set of features and benefits. When choosing the right product for your needs, it's important to consider which features and tools are most important to you as you evaluate the options.

Here are a few of the chiropractic tools that we have available in our Patient Image Cloud or Viewer:

## Cervical Lordosis

- ARA/RRA – measures Absolute Rotation Angle and Relative Rotation Angle.
- C2-C7 – measures the angle between C2 and C7 with reference value 42° displayed and displays the translation between C2 and C7 in millimeters.
- C1 to Horizontal – measures the angle between C1 to horizontal line with reference value 29° displayed.
- C1-C7 – measures the angle between C1 and C7 and displays the translation between C2 and C7. Cervical Lordosis Upper (177 mm) – draws the cervical curve between C1 and T2 with 177mm diameter radius.

Chiropractors use a number of different tools to measure cervical lordosis. The most common of these is the ARA/RRA, which measures the absolute or relative rotation angle of the spine. C2-C7 is another common measurement tool, which measures the angle between C2 and C7 vertebrae with reference to a displayed value of 42 degrees. This measurement can also be used to determine the translation (distance) between C2 and C7 vertebrae in millimeters.

Other measurements that are often used to assess cervical lordosis include the angle between C1 and the horizontal line (with a reference value of 29 degrees) as well as the angle between C1 and C7 vertebrae. The latter measurement can also be used to determine the translation (distance) between C1 and C7 vertebrae.

Finally, cervical lordosis can also be assessed by drawing a curve between C1 and T2 vertebrae with a diameter of 177mm. This is known as the cervical lordosis upper measurement.

 

## Lumbar Lordosis

- ARA/RRA – measures Absolute Rotation Angle / Relative Rotation Angle.
- Translation – measures the translation between T12 and S1 in millimeters
- L1-S1– measures the angle between L1 and L5 in degrees with reference value 40° displayed and displays the translation between L1 and S1 in millimeters.
- L1-L5 – displays the angle between L1 and L5 in degrees with reference value 40° displayed.
- T12-S1 – measure the angle between vertebrae T12 and S1.
  
  Chiropractors use a variety of measurement tools to assess their patients' conditions. One of these is lumbar lordosis. Lumbar lordosis is the curve of the lower spine. The normal lumbar curve should be about 45 degrees. However, some people have too much of a curve (hyperlordosis) or not enough of a curve (hypolordosis). Chiropractors use lumbar lordosis measurements to help determine the best course of treatment for their patients.

Chiropractors use lumbar lordosis measurements to help diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, including:

- Spinal stenosis  
- Kyphosis  
- Scoliosis  
- Degenerative disc disease  
- Herniated discs

## Chiro Distances

- Horizontal Distance – measures the horizontal distance between any two points.
- Vertical Distance – measures the vertical distance between any two points.
- Distance from Vertical Line – measures the distance from any point to a vertical line.
- Distance from Horizontal Line – measures the distance from any point to a horizontal line.

Chiropractic measurement tools, also known as chiro distances, are a subset of four additional tools used to measure the horizontal and vertical distance between any two points, the distance from any point to a vertical line, and the distance from any point to a horizontal line. These measurement tools can be extremely helpful in determining the best course of treatment for your specific situation.

## Chiro Line

- Horizontal Deflection – measures the angle between a deflection line and a horizontal line.
- Ray Line – ray line is based on two points.
- Spinal Body Canal Ratio - the spinal body canal ratio is displayed from 0 ~ 100%.
- Atlas Plane Line - used to create a line across the atlas plane displayed in degrees.

Chiro Line is a subset of four additional tools that are used in chiropractic care. These tools help to measure the angle between a deflection line and a horizontal line, as well as the ratio between the spinal body canal and the atlas plane. Additionally, Chiro Line can create a line across the atlas plane, which is displayed in degrees. These measurement tools are helpful in providing accurate chiropractic care.

## General Chiro Tools

Cervical Curve   
Antero & Retrolisthesis  
Center Mass   
Atlas Rotation  
Vertebral Angles  
Cobb’s Angle  
Extended Cobb’s Angle   
Multiple Angles   
Multiple Angles (Angles Between Lines)   
Spine Label   
Full Lateral Spine Marking   
Gonstead Pelvis Analysis  
Logan Marking

There are a number of chiro tools that can be used to help assess and treat patients. These include the cervical curve, antero and retrolisthesis, center mass, atlas rotation, vertebral angles, Cobb's angle, extended Cobb's angle, multiple angles, multiple angles (angles between lines), spine label, full lateral spine marking, Gonstead pelvis analysis, and Logan marking. Each of these tools can be helpful in assessing a patient's condition and developing a treatment plan.

Chiropractors use a variety of digital x-ray measurement tools to assess their patients' conditions. These tools help to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, including spinal stenosis, kyphosis, scoliosis, and degenerative disc disease. Chiro distances and chiro lines are two subsets of measurement tools that can be used to help determine the best course of treatment for your specific situation.

General chiro tools, such as the cervical curve, antero and retrolisthesis, center mass, atlas rotation, vertebral angles, Cobb's angle, extended Cobb's angle, multiple angles, multiple angles (angles between lines), spine label, full lateral spine marking, Gonstead pelvis analysis, and Logan marking can also be helpful in assessing a patient's condition and developing a treatment plan.

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Founder and CEO of Maven Imaging, Chad Hutchison has been in the medical imaging equipment market since 2003. As his business grew, he pioneered buying and selling medical equipment online and eventually began offering leasing and financing to meet market demands and help customers. His market expertise goes beyond traditional medical imaging and finance support, as he’s spearheading cloud-based lending solutions for vendors across the sector.

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