Range of motion measures joint movement in various directions. Goniometer is used for most joints except back and spine. Schober test measures spinal bone movement for conditions like ankylosing spondylitis
The occipital bone is a flat, trapezoid-shaped bone located at the lower back of the skull. It protects the brain and supports neck muscles. Forms the atlantooccipital joint with the first vertebra for head movement. Connects to the cervical spine and affects body movements and balance
The sartorius is the longest muscle in the body, running from pelvis to knee. It starts at ASIS and inserts into pes anserine (goosefoot). The muscle can be palpated by flexing thigh and rotating it outward
Trapezius muscle forms trapezoid shape from head to middle back. Divided into upper, middle, and lower trapezius areas. Innervated by spinal accessory nerve (CN XI) from brain stem
Gastrocnemius is a large muscle located in back of lower leg. Muscle originates from medial and lateral heads behind knee. Joins soleus to form Achilles tendon attaching to heel bone. Approximately 10-30% of people have fabella bone in lateral aspect
Chiropractic is a hands-on therapy using manual techniques for spine and joint disorders. Spine serves as key support protecting nervous system and linking brain to body. Treatment aims to restore body systems harmony through spine realignment