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Why does spinal degeneration only show on standing x-ray?

I have had back pain for several months in the T12-L4 area. I had X-rays taken and the report was normal. I had a chest x-ray for something else and it reported mild spinal degeneration. Why does it only show when standing?

I am waiting for scheduling to call me with a date for my MRI. If it matters I have osteoporosis. I am thinking I may also have ankylosing spondylitis.
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