Radiographic Measurements of the Hip Joint in Capuchin Monkeys (Sapajus spp.).

Background: Radiographs are useful for the initial evaluation of the hip joints. The information can be utilized for the betterment of animal health or other goals such as anatomic studies and gait analysis, among others. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate radiographic measurements of the hip joint in capuchin monkeys, kept under human care at a reference center for wildlife.

Radiographic measurements of the hind limbs in capuchin monkeys (Sapajus spp.).

Background: Radiographic measurements are a useful tool to assess skeletal health and development in primates. This study aimed to perform radiographic measurements of hind limbs in capuchin monkeys.

Methods: Twelve Sapajus spp.