References:X-RAY SHOE-FITTING MACHINES ...

[Bill Schadt <schadt@gnn.com>]

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> Date: Monday, 23-Sep-96 03:05 PM
> From: Randall_F_Brich@rl.gov   \ Internet:    (randall_f_brich@rl.gov)
> To:   Rad Safe List            \ Internet:    (radsafe@romulus.ehs.uiuc.
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> Subject: Re: Error OLD X-RAY SHOE-FITTING MACHINES ...

>      Does anyone recall the old x-ray shoe-fitting machines that were used

>      in the 30's and 40's?  Apparently these machines were powerful enough

>      to allow the fitter to see the bones of the feet and thus, ensure a 
>      good fit.  I am particularly interested in any references anyone may 
>      have to these machines, especially estimated doses to users. 
>      As others may be interested please reply to RadSafe. Thanks.
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Other references based on a search using QUEST are:

Health Physics May 1970;18(5):575-577
  Bushong SC  West WD
Radiation Exposure from Shoe-Fitting Fluoroscope.

Health Physics June 1995;68(6 Supp):S13
  Gallaghar RG  Gallaghar AK  Yusko J
Insurance of radiation risks.
[This mentions the role of insurance companies in the ultimate disappearance
of the shoe-fitting fluoroscope.]

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