Weightbearing simulation assembly and methods of using the same to image a subject

A weightbearing simulation assembly, comprising:

• a substrate comprising a mounting surface, the substrate further including a first section and a second section hingedly coupled together such that the first section and the second section are foldable relative to one another;
• a subject support disposed on the first section of the mounting surface;
• and
• a pedal assembly disposed on the second section of the mounting surface, wherein the pedal assembly is spaced apart from the subject support by a distance, the pedal assembly comprising:
• a contact plate configured to receive a compressive force in a compression direction from a subject;
• at least one spring member coupled to the contact plate and arranged to provide a resistance against the compressive force opposing the compression direction;
• an adjustable depth stop plate positionable to limit a movement of the contact plate in the compression direction beyond a predetermined distance;
• and
• a plurality of indicators positioned to provide an indication that the compressive force corresponds to a weightbearing condition of the subject.