The examiners observe the patient’s thoracic spine region and assess for the presence of deviation from normal including the thoracic spine curvatures in the frontal and sagittal planes.

The evaluation of the respiratory system includes collecting subjective and objective data through a detailed interview and physical examination of the thorax and lungs.

Aug 25, 2019 · Twenty six assessment tips provided here include simple identification of bony landmarks, palpation, and range of movement (ROM) tests that you may be familiar with, but …

Assessment of the thorax and lungs should be completed during a comprehensive assessment or as part of a focused assessment if your patient is experiencing issues with their chest or lungs. …

A focused thorax and respiratory objective assessment includes interpretation of vital signs; inspection of the patient’s breathing pattern, skin color, and respiratory status; palpation to …

Thorough examination should not be restricted to the routine visceral examination (e.g. auscultation, percussion and palpation) but also must include proper orthopaedic and …

In this post, I will be reviewing the active range of motion and segmental mobility assessments for the thoracic spine. Additionally, I have added some clinical pearls for thoracic anatomy and …

Briggs, Andrew M., et al. "Thoracic spine pain in the general population: prevalence, incidence and associated factors in children, adolescents and adults. A systematic review."

Steps for inspection and palpation include: Inspect the thoracic cage for deformities that may be related to injury/trauma or congenital anomalies. The thoracic cage is normally symmetrical. If …

Mar 4, 2023 · Thoracic Examination is an important part of diagnosing thoracic spine-related conditions such as Kyphosis, scoliosis, and others. Examination of the thoracic spine helps to …