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Standing foot X-ray for flat feet
weight-bearing foot X-ray · flat feet X-ray · standing foot X-ray
X-rays of your feet while standing, with your body weight on them. From them, the doctor measures the height of your arch.
For possible flat feet, foot pain, a military medical board, or to choose insoles.
⏱ Duration: usually 10 to 15 minutes in the room; the report the same or the next day
Be sure to tell your doctor
How to prepare
- Prep. None needed. You can eat and drink.
- Clothing. You will need to take off socks or tights and roll your trousers up to the knees.
What to bring
- Your referral
- Past foot X-rays, if you have them
How it goes
- You take off your shoes and socks
- You stand on a special platform with weight on both feet
- A side image is taken of each foot
- Sometimes an image from above is added
- Stand straight and keep still for a couple of seconds
What you'll feel
- It does not hurt
- You need to stand straight. Hold the handrail, if there is one
Afterwards
- You can go about your day right away
- The report usually gives angle measurements. Take it to an orthopedic doctor
Common questions
Why is the X-ray taken standing?
Flat feet show under body weight. Lying down, the arch looks normal.
Is this X-ray accepted for a military medical board?
Usually yes, but check their requirements in advance.