In radiographic imaging, the balance between diagnostic clarity and patient safety is achieved not just through technology, but through technique—especially positioning. How a patient is aligned relative to the x-ray beam, image receptor, and anatomical area of interest profoundly influences the amount of radiation required, the need for repeat exams, and the accuracy of diagnosis.

Positioning is often overlooked as a radiation safety tool, but in reality, it is one of the most effective ways to minimi...