A detailed scan of the bones and small joints of the foot, usually done after an X-ray to clarify its findings. It helps in complex cases of injury or bone disease and in planning foot surgery.
- Duration5 minutes
- Contrastnot used
- Preparationnone
- Report30 min – 1 hour
What it shows
- Fractures and dislocations of the foot bones
- Tumours and metastases in the foot bones
- Destructive bone processes (osteomyelitis, tuberculosis)
- Osteochondropathies, including of the talus
- The ankle and the small joints of the foot
When it is recommended
- Foot injury with a suspected fracture or dislocation
- Suspected tumour or metastases in the foot bones
- Suspected osteomyelitis or bone tuberculosis
- Planning foot surgery
- Unclear X-ray or other examination results
Good to know
- MRI is more informative for tendons, for example after an injury to the toes.
General information about CT — safety, contraindications, contrast and what to expect — is on the CT page.