What positioning maneuver is used to improve patient comfort and reduce the lordotic curve of the lumbar spine when positioning a recumbent patient for an AP projection of the lumbar spine?

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Flexing the knees and using a support under them (such as a pillow or rolled blanket) can help reduce the lordotic curve of the lumbar spine and provide more comfort for the patient during the AP projection. Raising the patient's arms or crossing them across the chest won't affect the lumbar curve, and distributing weight equally on both feet may not be possible for a recumbent patient.

What Positioning Maneuver Is Used to Improve Patient Comfort and Reduce