Foot and ankle
Fowler-Philips angle
45-75°
Radiography (Lateral)
Line between superoposterior and inferoposterior point of calcaneus. Line between inferoposterior and inferoanterior point of calcaneus. The Fowler-Philips angle is the angle between those two lines.
Some authors advocates the normal value for Fowler-Philips angle is 45-69°.
Synonyms: Posterior calacaneus angle
Reference
Castro W, Jerosch J. Examination and Diagnosis of Musculoskeletal Disorders, History - Physical Examination - Imaging Techniques - Arthroscopy. TIS. (2001).
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