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The Injury The ACL or Anterior Cruciate Ligament attaches from the front of the tibia to the back of the femur. It is an important ligament in which keeps the tibia from sliding too far forward in relation to the femur bone and provides stability to the knee joint in sagittal plane movements. Injuries to the ACL are very common in individuals who have the knee in an awkward position such as stopping suddenly while jogging or sprinting, a rapid change in direction, and an abnormal landing stance…

From genetics to snug shoes, the cause of a hammertoe varies. Though painful, what remains certain is early detection as the key to a speedy recovery. A hammertoe is that unusual bend in your third, fourth, or little toe. With time, it can worsen, but by recognizing the issue early on, you can lessen the likelihood of surgery. We understand — you want to get back on your feet sooner than later. That's why Dr. Cox has outlined his pro-tips for healing, so you can return to life, uninterrupted.…

provided enough of this substance which is essential for building and maintaining strong bones. It also helps muscles work and nerves deliver messages from the brain to other parts of the body. But not everyone has a clear knowledge about this substance. And the question: Is a calcium supplement right for you? need answering. Body: What is the benefit of calcium supplement? Calcium is an essential matter for bones’ growth and human body development. Your…

Injuries affecting the lower limb are very common in all walks of life and can affect anyone at any age. As it is the case with most of our body parts, there are pain-sensitive structures in the hip, knee and ankle. The structures can be sources of pain and discomfort. The most important element is to find out what is causing the pain in your hip, knee or ankle. At Wellness In Motion Chiropractic Center, we make sure that the underlying cause of pain is first identified and this may include…

Better! Living with chronic pain can stifle you in so many ways, from constantly feeling discouraged and overwhelmed to not wanting to eat right or exercise. If the chronic pain you're dealing with is related to your back, shoulders, knees or other bone-joint problems, consider finding the wellness you seek with the help of a chiropractor. Chiropractic treatment is the third most common form of medicine in the United States, right behind physicians and dentists. The following five benefits of…

Avascular necrosis is when your bone tissue collapses and breaks down and eventually dies due to the lack of blood supply that it gets. The Age group that the disease mostly common in is 41-60. How can you tell you have this ? We will analyze a lot of the key factors in the disease. What kind of symptoms you have during. Do people who have diabetes or cholesterol are more prone to this disease? A Lot of questions will be answered in this brief presentation. Age wise this disease is focused on…

Osteoarthritis is known as degenerative joint disease. It is the most common form of arthritis. It is characterized as focal and gradual loss of hyaline cartilage and underlying structural changes. Osteoarthritis can be either localized or generalized from traumatic, metabolic and other medical relation of causes. Some Patients does not have specific inflammatory or metabolic condition associated with arthritis and do not have a history of specific injuries that can be considered primary…

osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition which causes the bones to become weak and brittle because of the decrease in the density of the bone. It also results to decreasing bones’ strength and deterioration of bone tissue that even doing simple things could cause fractures such as bending over or a fall. Osteoporosis affects…

Nine muscles insert on and move the humerus. First, the pectoralis major originates on the medial half of the clavicle, one side of the sternum, on the costal cartilage (1-7) and the aponeurosis of the external oblique. It inserts on lateral lip of the intertubercular groove of the humerus. The pectorals major flexes, medially rotates and adducts the humerus. Second, the deltoid originates from the lateral half part of the clavicle (anterior fibers), the acromion of the scapula (lateral fibers)…

cartilage, bones, tendons and ligaments. The skeletal system also functions as a means of providing mobility and a storage unit for minerals, fats and production of blood cells. There are different components that make up the skeleton. The skeleton is firm, yet flexible from its fibrous connective tissues filled with minerals all known as the bone, cartilage, tendons, joints, and ligaments. The bone is comprised of collagen and calcium phosphate, which contributes to the firmness of the bone.…