Deep to the skin layers are the fascial layers that are believed to be the inflammatory area connected to each Chapman’s point.
Chapman’s points are believed to develop as a result of inflammation, irritation or dysfunction of their related target organ and are only palpable if present.
Chapman’s points are believed to be a visceral-somatic reflex of the organs of the body.
They are characteristically small, smooth and firm areas that are 2-3mm in size and partially fixed at their base. They are discretely palpable, and are described as tapioca-like or BB-like.
They are characteristically small, smooth and firm areas that are 2-3mm in size and partially fixed at their base. They are discretely palpable, and are described as tapioca-like or BB-like.
Points are only palpable if disease process, irritation or inflammation of a target organ is present.
They are characteristically small, smooth and firm areas that are 2-3mm in size and partially fixed at their base. They are discretely palpable, and are described as tapioca-like or BB-like.
They are characteristically small, smooth and firm areas that are 2-3mm in size and partially fixed at their base. They are discretely palpable, and are described as tapioca-like or BB-like.
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