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| Demonstrates air fluid levels in anatomy |
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| Shows free are in abdomen |
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| Allows full range of motion to diaphragm due to gravity |
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| Allows weight-bearing studies (AC joints, knees, arches of feet) |
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| Allows for greater Pt. comfort in some situations |
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| Decreases engorgement of the Great Vessels |
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| Shows distribution of Air/contrast in GI tract |
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| Gravity drains urinary system |
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| Assesses prolapsed organs (bladder, kidneys, uterus) |
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| Shows some stratification of gallstones |
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| Necessary for Scoliosis series |
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| Gravity displays organs at their lowest point in the body. (GI tract) |
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