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which creates micro tears to the tendon. If you don't respond to this injury early, it will most likely create much more significant damage in the long run. Contusions Contusions occur when there is strong clash against another player's knee or elbow. As a result damage occurs to the blood vessels that are within the muscles and in the underlying bone. This damage can vary depending on depth of the contact. If you find you have had a contusion, it is crucial you apply the RICE guidelines…

If one were to look at the skeletal structure of a whale one could see a bone structure that would fit a less aquatic mammal with there being clear kneebones in sight and also leg bones built units every devolvement these bones may have lost their effectiveness but the whale genome still is programmed to produce these bones the same comparison can be made with humans as well if one would look at a human that has been agitated for 4 weeks there is a clear tail but said tail is lost during later…

its bones, as opposed to the yellow or brown shade on several other bodies. Upon first look, it was also evident that there were no serious fractures or parts of bone missing. However, in order to truly determine how well-preserved the body was, the…

For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated with forensic science and I distinctly remember my brother and I running home from the bus stop every day, when we were in middle school, just so we would not miss the introductory scene of the new Criminal Minds episode. The show always began right at 3 and our bus got to the stop roughly around 2:55; just enough time to run home and turn it to the right channel. And as any fan of Criminal Minds knows, the beginning is the most captivating…

ideal for environmental and external pressures of bone. The flexibility should assist with movement. Because it is a bio-composite, it contains the properties of multiple scaffolds, giving it a wide range of its protection of the bone. It is also a fast growing material; therefore there is an abundance that can be used as substitutes. The hollow vessels within the bamboo allow for there to be cell proliferation and vascularization to occur, as bone is being regenerated. In terms of its…

Introduction The clavicle, also called the collarbone, is the long bone that connects your shoulder to your rib cage. You can feel your collarbone at the top of your shoulders and rib cage. A clavicle fracture is a broken clavicle. It is a common injury that can happen at any age. What are the causes? Common causes of a clavicle fracture include: A direct blow to your shoulder. A car accident. A fall, especially if you try to break your fall with an outstretched arm. What increases the risk? You…

implants actually restore bone loss and look and function like natural teeth. Dental implants are a long-term solution to tooth loss and may last the rest of your life. The most common type of implant is the endosteal implant. The implant is a titanium screw that is implanted into your jawbone just like a natural tooth. After a few weeks or months, your bone grows around the screw…

FGFR2 gene mapped to chromosome 10q25 and 10q26 causes Apert syndrome. Saritha, Sumangala, Supriya & Kumar (2013), explained that the protein causes prolonged signaling, which promote the premature fusion of bones and sutures of the skull, it also is responsible for fusion of hands and feet bones. Most cases of Apert syndrome occur from a new mutation in the gene. It can also occur in cases where there is no family history of the disorder. Individuals with Apert syndrome can pass the disorder…

I chose to write about melorheostosis. This disorder usually affects the arms and legs and is normally only on one side of the body. The common symptom of melorheostosis is irregular bone growth such as thickening and widening of the bones. Since it only effects on side of the body, this causes the limbs to be uneven in length. Other symptoms can include pain, swelling, stiffness, unable to use full range of motion, swelling of the joints and abnormal muscles. The exact cause of melorheostosis…

common form of surgery that you hear about. Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy are the two most common kinds of surgeries that you hear about. Osteoarthritis is the most common ailment that one hears about. This ailment gives rise to the much known joint and bone issue that erodes your cushion joints and defensive cartilage. The physical activities of your body are constrained by certain redness and pain caused owing to inflammation. Surgeries regarding joint replacement yield particular results that…