Why should the area of an injury be palpated?

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Nergal · Answer 1 · 2021-12-09T14:17:34+0000

Answer: Palpation with the joints at rest helps to find the exact localization of lesions in ligaments, tendons or muscles. Palpation is also performed for warmth, swelling and synovial thickening. Palpation during movement may reveal crepitus. ... Coarser crepitus can indicate tuberculosis or advanced rheumatoid disease.

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Johboh · Answer 2 · 2021-12-11T20:10:52+0000

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Palpation is necessary to do to determine the size, shape, firmness, seriousness, and location of the injury.

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