Which should be ordered to assess the anteroposterior mobility of the lumbar spine?
right and left bending laterals
any of these options
weight bearing
flexion and extension
flexion and extension
Rationale: Anterior to posterior mobility will be determined with the patient in a lateral l-spine with maximum extension and flexion.
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