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What is the region between the shoulder and elbow joints called?
What is the region between the shoulder and elbow joints called?
What is the bony structure that forms the apex of the shoulder?
What is the bony structure that forms the apex of the shoulder?
What is the joint formed by the articulation of the scapula and humerus?
What is the joint formed by the articulation of the scapula and humerus?
What is the region of the upper limb that extends from the elbow joint to the wrist joint?
What is the region of the upper limb that extends from the elbow joint to the wrist joint?
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What is the surface of the scapula that faces the thorax?
What is the surface of the scapula that faces the thorax?
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What is the passage for nerve and vessels located on the superior border of the scapula?
What is the passage for nerve and vessels located on the superior border of the scapula?
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What is the bony structure that connects the upper limb to the rest of the skeleton?
What is the bony structure that connects the upper limb to the rest of the skeleton?
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What is the shallow socket on the lateral angle of the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus?
What is the shallow socket on the lateral angle of the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus?
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What is surrounding the scapula?
What is surrounding the scapula?
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What type of fracture occurs at the distal 2cm of the radius?
What type of fracture occurs at the distal 2cm of the radius?
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How many bones form the wrist?
How many bones form the wrist?
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What is the function of the pisiform bone?
What is the function of the pisiform bone?
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What is the consequence of poor blood supply to the proximal scaphoid?
What is the consequence of poor blood supply to the proximal scaphoid?
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Which metacarpal is proximal to the base of the thumb?
Which metacarpal is proximal to the base of the thumb?
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How many phalanges do the fingers have?
How many phalanges do the fingers have?
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What is the name of the joint that connects the wrist to the forearm?
What is the name of the joint that connects the wrist to the forearm?
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Which part of the scapula serves as the origin for the long head of the biceps brachii?
Which part of the scapula serves as the origin for the long head of the biceps brachii?
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Which muscle in the anterior compartment of the arm is primarily responsible for the flexion of the forearm?
Which muscle in the anterior compartment of the arm is primarily responsible for the flexion of the forearm?
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What is the insertion point of the coracobrachialis muscle?
What is the insertion point of the coracobrachialis muscle?
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Which nerve supplies the triceps muscle in the posterior compartment of the arm?
Which nerve supplies the triceps muscle in the posterior compartment of the arm?
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Which head of the triceps originates from the infraglenoid tubercle of the scapula?
Which head of the triceps originates from the infraglenoid tubercle of the scapula?
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What is the primary action of the biceps brachii muscle?
What is the primary action of the biceps brachii muscle?
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Where does the brachialis muscle originate?
Where does the brachialis muscle originate?
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Which nerve innervates the muscles in the anterior compartment of the arm?
Which nerve innervates the muscles in the anterior compartment of the arm?
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What type of muscle attachment is associated with the immovable point?
What type of muscle attachment is associated with the immovable point?
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Which muscle acts as a flexor in the brachium region?
Which muscle acts as a flexor in the brachium region?
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Which muscle is responsible for the extension of the head?
Which muscle is responsible for the extension of the head?
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What action is performed by the semispinalis thoracis on the vertebral column?
What action is performed by the semispinalis thoracis on the vertebral column?
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What is the function of the quadratus lumborum?
What is the function of the quadratus lumborum?
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Which muscle stabilizes adjacent vertebrae and helps maintain posture?
Which muscle stabilizes adjacent vertebrae and helps maintain posture?
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Which muscle group includes the iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis?
Which muscle group includes the iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis?
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What role does a fixator muscle play?
What role does a fixator muscle play?
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Which muscle primarily elevates the scapula?
Which muscle primarily elevates the scapula?
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What is the main action of the pectoralis major during climbing?
What is the main action of the pectoralis major during climbing?
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Which of the following muscles assists in the protraction and rotation of the scapula?
Which of the following muscles assists in the protraction and rotation of the scapula?
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What is the insertion point of the latissimus dorsi?
What is the insertion point of the latissimus dorsi?
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Which muscles form the rotator cuff around the shoulder joint?
Which muscles form the rotator cuff around the shoulder joint?
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Which muscle is primarily responsible for medial rotation of the humerus?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for medial rotation of the humerus?
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Where does the brachial plexus primarily supply nerves?
Where does the brachial plexus primarily supply nerves?
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Which artery and vein are a continuation of the subclavian artery and vein?
Which artery and vein are a continuation of the subclavian artery and vein?
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What is the nerve supply of the biceps brachii muscle?
What is the nerve supply of the biceps brachii muscle?
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Which part of the scapula serves as the origin for the long head of the biceps brachii?
Which part of the scapula serves as the origin for the long head of the biceps brachii?
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What is the primary action of the brachialis muscle?
What is the primary action of the brachialis muscle?
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Which nerve is responsible for the nerve supply of the triceps muscle in the posterior compartment of the arm?
Which nerve is responsible for the nerve supply of the triceps muscle in the posterior compartment of the arm?
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What is the insertion point of the coracobrachialis muscle?
What is the insertion point of the coracobrachialis muscle?
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Which muscle is primarily responsible for the flexion of the forearm?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the flexion of the forearm?
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What is the nerve supply of the muscles in the anterior compartment of the arm?
What is the nerve supply of the muscles in the anterior compartment of the arm?
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Which nerve supplies the sensory and motor fibers of the brachial plexus?
Which nerve supplies the sensory and motor fibers of the brachial plexus?
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Which of the following bones is not part of the proximal row of carpal bones?
Which of the following bones is not part of the proximal row of carpal bones?
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Which fracture is associated with forced dorsiflexion of the wrist?
Which fracture is associated with forced dorsiflexion of the wrist?
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What is the main outcome of the poor blood supply to the proximal scaphoid?
What is the main outcome of the poor blood supply to the proximal scaphoid?
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Which metacarpal is located proximal to the base of the little finger?
Which metacarpal is located proximal to the base of the little finger?
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What is the characteristic of a comminuted fracture?
What is the characteristic of a comminuted fracture?
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What type of bone is the pisiform classified as?
What type of bone is the pisiform classified as?
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Which bones form the palm of the hand?
Which bones form the palm of the hand?
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How many phalanges are present in each finger, excluding the thumb?
How many phalanges are present in each finger, excluding the thumb?
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Which muscle is responsible for elevating the scapula and tilting the glenoid cavity inferiorly?
Which muscle is responsible for elevating the scapula and tilting the glenoid cavity inferiorly?
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Which muscle inserts on the coracoid process of the scapula and plays a role in shoulder depression?
Which muscle inserts on the coracoid process of the scapula and plays a role in shoulder depression?
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Which muscle acts in the medial rotation of the humerus and has its origin on the costal surface of the scapula?
Which muscle acts in the medial rotation of the humerus and has its origin on the costal surface of the scapula?
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Which muscle of the upper limb has its insertion at the medial border of the scapula and is involved in the protraction and rotation of the scapula?
Which muscle of the upper limb has its insertion at the medial border of the scapula and is involved in the protraction and rotation of the scapula?
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Which muscle, when damaged in terms of its nerve supply, can cause shoulder drooping?
Which muscle, when damaged in terms of its nerve supply, can cause shoulder drooping?
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Which muscle's function includes the flexion, adduction, and medial rotation of the arm, and is utilized during climbing to bring the trunk upwards?
Which muscle's function includes the flexion, adduction, and medial rotation of the arm, and is utilized during climbing to bring the trunk upwards?
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Which muscle originates from the lateral border of the scapula and laterally rotates the humerus?
Which muscle originates from the lateral border of the scapula and laterally rotates the humerus?
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Which muscle has its origin at the spinous processes of T2-T5 and its insertion at the medial border of the scapula, and is involved in the retraction and elevation of the scapula?
Which muscle has its origin at the spinous processes of T2-T5 and its insertion at the medial border of the scapula, and is involved in the retraction and elevation of the scapula?
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What anatomical feature of the scapula forms the apex of the shoulder?
What anatomical feature of the scapula forms the apex of the shoulder?
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Which part of the scapula serves as an attachment site for muscles on its ventral surface?
Which part of the scapula serves as an attachment site for muscles on its ventral surface?
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Which feature of the scapula provides passage for nerves and vessels?
Which feature of the scapula provides passage for nerves and vessels?
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The glenohumeral joint is formed by the articulation of which two structures?
The glenohumeral joint is formed by the articulation of which two structures?
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Which part of the scapula is described as a concave anterior surface?
Which part of the scapula is described as a concave anterior surface?
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Which bone articulates with the scapula at the acromion process?
Which bone articulates with the scapula at the acromion process?
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The pectoral girdle consists of which two bones?
The pectoral girdle consists of which two bones?
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Which feature of the scapula provides a broad surface below the spine for muscle attachment?
Which feature of the scapula provides a broad surface below the spine for muscle attachment?
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What role does the antagonist muscle play in muscle movement?
What role does the antagonist muscle play in muscle movement?
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Which muscle is a neck flexor?
Which muscle is a neck flexor?
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Which of the following muscles is involved in the extension and lateral flexion of the vertebral column?
Which of the following muscles is involved in the extension and lateral flexion of the vertebral column?
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Which muscle acts as a fixator, preventing movement of a bone?
Which muscle acts as a fixator, preventing movement of a bone?
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What is the primary action of the semispinalis thoracis muscle on the vertebral column?
What is the primary action of the semispinalis thoracis muscle on the vertebral column?
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Which muscle is responsible for flexion of the head?
Which muscle is responsible for flexion of the head?
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Which muscle group extends from the iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis?
Which muscle group extends from the iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis?
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Which muscle aids the prime mover in muscle action?
Which muscle aids the prime mover in muscle action?
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Which muscle is responsible for the abduction of the humerus?
Which muscle is responsible for the abduction of the humerus?
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What is the action of the levator scapulae muscle?
What is the action of the levator scapulae muscle?
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Which muscle is responsible for the medial rotation of the humerus?
Which muscle is responsible for the medial rotation of the humerus?
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What is the insertion point of the pectoralis major muscle?
What is the insertion point of the pectoralis major muscle?
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Which muscle is responsible for the extension of the flexed arm?
Which muscle is responsible for the extension of the flexed arm?
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What is the function of the rotator cuff muscles?
What is the function of the rotator cuff muscles?
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Which muscle is responsible for the depression of the shoulder?
Which muscle is responsible for the depression of the shoulder?
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What is the origin of the latissimus dorsi muscle?
What is the origin of the latissimus dorsi muscle?
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Which carpal bone is a sesamoid bone by age 9 to 12?
Which carpal bone is a sesamoid bone by age 9 to 12?
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What type of joint is formed by the eight short bones in the wrist?
What type of joint is formed by the eight short bones in the wrist?
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Which bone is part of the distal row of carpal bones?
Which bone is part of the distal row of carpal bones?
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Which feature is characteristic of a Colles fracture?
Which feature is characteristic of a Colles fracture?
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Which metacarpal is located proximal to the base of the little finger?
Which metacarpal is located proximal to the base of the little finger?
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Which bone in the wrist has poor blood supply to its proximal part and is prone to bone necrosis?
Which bone in the wrist has poor blood supply to its proximal part and is prone to bone necrosis?
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What is the name of the finger bone located closest to the palm?
What is the name of the finger bone located closest to the palm?
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Which phalanges are present in the thumb?
Which phalanges are present in the thumb?
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Which anatomical feature of the scapula provides a passage for nerve and vessels?
Which anatomical feature of the scapula provides a passage for nerve and vessels?
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What is the function of the glenoid cavity located on the lateral angle of the scapula?
What is the function of the glenoid cavity located on the lateral angle of the scapula?
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What anatomical feature does the coracoid process of the scapula serve?
What anatomical feature does the coracoid process of the scapula serve?
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Which description best fits the supraspinous fossa of the scapula?
Which description best fits the supraspinous fossa of the scapula?
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Which bone connects the upper limb to the trunk?
Which bone connects the upper limb to the trunk?
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What is located on the postero-lateral aspect of the thorax and overlies ribs 2-7?
What is located on the postero-lateral aspect of the thorax and overlies ribs 2-7?
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Which structure articulates with the clavicle to form the only bony attachment of the scapula to the rest of the skeleton?
Which structure articulates with the clavicle to form the only bony attachment of the scapula to the rest of the skeleton?
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Where is the subscapular fossa of the scapula located?
Where is the subscapular fossa of the scapula located?
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Which plexus is formed by the ventral rami of C5, C6, C7, C8, and T1?
Which plexus is formed by the ventral rami of C5, C6, C7, C8, and T1?
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What is the action of the triceps brachii muscle?
What is the action of the triceps brachii muscle?
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Which nerve supplies the muscles in the posterior compartment of the arm?
Which nerve supplies the muscles in the posterior compartment of the arm?
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Where does the short head of the biceps brachii originate?
Where does the short head of the biceps brachii originate?
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What is the insertion point of the brachialis muscle?
What is the insertion point of the brachialis muscle?
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Which compartment of the arm is the coracobrachialis muscle located in?
Which compartment of the arm is the coracobrachialis muscle located in?
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What action does the biceps brachii muscle NOT perform?
What action does the biceps brachii muscle NOT perform?
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Which part of the humerus is the origin of the long head of the triceps brachii?
Which part of the humerus is the origin of the long head of the triceps brachii?
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What is the primary function of the fixator muscle?
What is the primary function of the fixator muscle?
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Which muscle is classified as a neck flexor?
Which muscle is classified as a neck flexor?
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What is the action of the triceps brachii muscle?
What is the action of the triceps brachii muscle?
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Where do muscles that act on the head attach?
Where do muscles that act on the head attach?
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What is the function of the multifidus muscle?
What is the function of the multifidus muscle?
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What type of muscle attachment is associated with the movable point?
What type of muscle attachment is associated with the movable point?
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Which muscle is classified as a neck extensor?
Which muscle is classified as a neck extensor?
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What is the action of the muscles that act on the vertebral column?
What is the action of the muscles that act on the vertebral column?
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