Human Skeleton: Structure and Function

This lecture covers the human skeleton, including the axial and appendicular skeleton, with a total of 206 bones. It details the regions of the skeleton, such as the skull, vertebrae, and ribs, and explains the structure of a typical vertebra. The lecture also discusses the palpation of cervical vertebrae, the anatomy of the cervical spine, intervertebral discs, and common pathologies like degenerative disc disease. Additionally, it explores the sternum's anatomy and its three parts, as well as the significance of the xiphoid process.