Twelve pairs of ribs connect posteriorly to the spinal column vertebrae with bands ... of what appears to be edema in these locations; palpation might result in a “Rice Krispies” sound.

However, for obstetric reasons caesarean section was performed successfully under spinal anaesthesia without a pacemaker ... be prepared to tackle any untoward event. Do not forget to palpate and ...

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a disorder affecting the motor neurons—nerve cells that control voluntary muscle movement. These cells are located in the spinal cord. Because the muscles cannot ...

After palpation (light touching) of the knee to check for tenderness or swelling, the provider may ask you to walk to check your gait and your knee and hip alignment. You may also be asked to squat, ...

It increases the risk of a tear or bulge affecting cartilage fibers called the annulus, which connects the disc to the spinal vertebra. Damage to the edge of the vertebra adjacent to the disc may also ...