ANTERIOR POSTERIOR SACRUM
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a. Actions that Give Rise to a Subluxation of the Sacrum. It is quite
common for young soldiers to lift and carry large, heavy pieces of equipment
improperly. Should a soldier slip while carrying a heavy item, he may tear the muscles
or ligaments, resulting in a subluxation (an incomplete or partial dislocation) of the
sacrum. The soldier will be severely limited in his ability to perform and will suffer
extreme pain. The medical officer may order radiographs of the sacrum to evaluate this
injury. A knowledge of these positions will be essential if you are to produce clinically
acceptable radiographs.
b. A Sacrum Routine. A routine of the sacrum consists of an AP and lateral
sacrum.
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