Bones of the lower limb

very important part of a human’s body. Without the skeletal system, we would not be able to move. The skeletal system is made up of mostly bone, but also tendons, ligaments and cartilage, which are arranged into a solid structure that supports and protects the body. We will look at the skeletal system in more detail covering, the functions, bone structure, bone classification, joint classification and diseases that affect the skeletal system. The skeletal system has five main functions. One…

The Causes and Symptoms of a Herniated Disc Discs are the cushioning between the vertebras (bones) that make up the spine. Each of these fluid containing discs are meant to protect the vertebra and prevent them from rubbing together. An injury to the disc is known as a herniated, ruptured, bulging or slipped disc. A herniated disc basically means the disc has been ruptured and the fluid in the center is escaping through a tear. A herniated or bulging disc can cause irritation to the…

is that it is injected into the bone marrow. Stem cells are somewhat easy source but for the stem cells to help to repair tissue, muscles, and organs. Researchers say that these stem cells can help cure carnivorous dieses. Stem cells also play a big role in plastic surgery. What exactly is a stem cell? Well a stem cell is an undifferentiated cell of a multicellular organism that is capable of giving rise…

type of condition and reductions the muscle in mass and causes it to diminish and become weaker and weaker. This disorder is know to have significant affects on young boy, and by the age of 12 they will require the use of a wheel hair. With time the limbs and spin will become considerably mutilated and there by become compromised. Most males diagnosed with this disorder will not live past the age of 30. Additionally, Becker a form of Muscular Dystrophy only affects males, but is much minor for…

are all risk factors for this disease. There are four known types of KS: classic, endemic, acquired, and epidemic. Classic KS is a rare form found mostly in Eastern European Jewish men, progresses slowly, and is characterized by lesions on the lower limbs. Endemic is also known as African KS, which mainly affects male children and adults who live in equatorial…

diagnostic medical sonography, diagnostic x-ray, and bone densitometry. Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disease affecting the quantity and structure of collagen that is normally found in connective tissues, bones, and the sclera, or white portion of eyes. It is estimated that this condition affects 1 in 10,000 to 1 in 20,000 births (Antoniazzi, Mottes, Fraschini, Brunelli, & Tato, 2000). The abnormalities of the collagen produce fragile bones that are susceptible to breaking, even with…

a difference in her life following her accident. A compound fracture is an injury in which a broken bone pierces the skin causing a risk of infection. Dorsalis pedis artery is a blood vessel of the lower limb that carries oxygenated blood to the dorsal surface of the foot. Losing it is sometimes necessary when a limb is infected and will not heal. Damaging one of the four (nerves, vessels, bones, and soft tissues), can create deep…

1. Improves your flexibility Yoga improves the flexibility which is the most obvious benefit of Yoga. If you stick to yoga you will have flexible body with loosened up bone. Inflexibility can cause poor posture in connective tissue and muscles. 2. Builds muscle strength Strong and tone muscles strengthen the body. It is the secret to healthier body. It gives protection against back pain, neck pain and arthritis. Yoga builds in strength and balance the flexibility. 3. Perfects your posture…

receptor 3) gene causes is Achondroplasia. Furthermore, Achondroplasia means the absence of chondrocyte formation in bones. Additionally, the transformation of chondrocytes into bone cells is prevalent in the limbs as well as the facial bones of humans (1). Therefore, the predominant symptom of Achondroplasia is bone growth retardation and is found in the limbs as well as facial bones. The majority of people diagnosed with Achondroplasia have parents that are genotypically and phenotypically…

allowed the hind limbs to be held beneath the body, instead of on the sides, creating an erect stance. As well a simplified ankle structure, referred to as a mesotarsal ankle joint, which allowed the hind feet to…