Category Archives: Palpable Anatomy

Palpable Anatomy: The Palmaris longus tendon

Posted on January 19, 2015 by JB

Happy January, everybody! I’ve been absent from the blog for a few weeks due to the arduous process of travelling from Thailand to Kazakhstan, and then back to the U.S. after a quick stop in Madrid – a journey of … Continue reading →

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Palpable Anatomy: The Anatomical Snuffbox

Posted on December 24, 2013 by JB

A few weeks ago I defended my dissertation proposal. I’ve attended a number of these public defenses in the past, and they inevitably go well – graduate students present engaging and exciting new research, their peers ask pertinent questions, and … Continue reading →

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Palpable Anatomy: The Subclavian Artery

Posted on November 3, 2013 by JB

One of the easiest ways for me to remember the details and orientation of an anatomical feature is to locate a portion of it on my own body. I’ve found that students also respond well to this method – it’s … Continue reading →

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