The fascia of the greater pectoral muscle forms the deep margin of the dissection and should be removed with the specimen. Mastectomy usually calls for general anesthesia, but it may be performed ...

The deeper sheath and fascia under the FCR tendon are then released. At this point, dissection is done between the radial fascia and the FPL (flexor pollicis longus) muscle that runs deep to the ...

Background: The quantitative assessment of individual muscle and fascial stiffness in patients with low back pain remains a challenge. This study aimed to compare the stiffness of the thoracolumbar ...

Lumbar spinal stenosis self-care strategies including regular exercise, posture changes, and adopting healthy habits can help relieve back pain caused by narrowing spaces in the spinal canal. Lumbar ...

Plantar fasciitis causes pain in the bottom of the heel. The plantar fascia is a thick, weblike ligament that connects the heel to the front of the foot. It acts as a shock absorber and supports ...

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A lumbar puncture is used to take a sample of the cerebrospinal fluid from the lower back. This fluid flows around the spinal cord and the brain, and clears waste products. Levels of certain proteins ...