Posted by lae2 on August 14, 2013 at 18:27:20:
In Reply to: intercostal muscle vs. membrane posted by confused on August 14, 2013 at 09:26:02:
: Could you explain the role of the intercostal membranes, their location in relation to their respective muscles, and how we might be able to visualize them on the cadavers?
extenal intercostal membrane - same plane as external intercostal, anterior adjacent to sternum
internal intercostal membrane - same plane as internal intercostal, posterior adjacent to vertebrae
- look superficial to subcostal muscle
Check the usual atlases.
Their role? Conjecture. You may find information in your chosen text or by Internet search.