Also known as extensor spinae or sacrospinalis, the erector spinae refers to a muscle group occurring at the back. It bends the spine in such a way that the chest projects outwards and the head moves backwards, thereby extending the vertebral column. The muscle is actually made up of 3 muscle columns known as the… Continue reading What is Erector Spinae?
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Ascending Colon
The ascending colon constitutes one of the 4 main sections of the colon which in turn is a component of the large intestine. It takes feces superiorly from the cecum across the right section of the abdomen into the transverse colon. Bacteria present in the ascending colon help digest the fecal matter which is passing… Continue reading Ascending Colon
Thyroid Cartilage
The thyroid cartilage is the uppermost and the biggest amongst the 8 other cartilages that constitute the laryngeal skeleton, which in turn is a cartilaginous structure present in and around the wind pipe or the trachea that contains the larynx or the voice box. It may be noted that cartilages are not bones, but partially… Continue reading Thyroid Cartilage
What does Kidney Pain Feel Like?
Kidney pain is usually felt as excruciating and sharp pain in the middle or lower back area and/or in the flanks. Kidney pain is usually episodic, i.e., it comes and goes. The kidneys are vital bean-shaped organs present on either side at the back of the abdomen, just under the diaphragm. Any kind of injury… Continue reading What does Kidney Pain Feel Like?