Pelvis

Introduction: Ovarian cancer is the deadliest of the reproductive cancers, killing two out of every three women diagnosed with it. Cancer is when cells grow and divide quickly and then the area with cancer develops a tumor, if/when the cancer spreads to other surrounding organs, it can ultimately lead to death. Ovarian cancer is often called the “silent killer,” because doctors had not known that there were symptoms, until recently. Although, what little symptoms there are, are also symptoms of…

reducing it.” (The developing person through childhood and adolescence) The level of alpha-fetoprotein or AFP, may be too high or too low, or an ultrasound could even indicate multiple fetuses, abnormal growth, Down syndrome, or even a mother’s narrow pelvis. Many such warnings are called false positives. Our textbook states that false positive is the result of a laboratory test that reports something as true when in fact it is not true. Screening tests can help tell parents-to-be on if their…

Rickets is an extremely rare skeletal disease that softens and weakens the bones in children. When diagnosing rickets, the doctors usually see a delay in growth, bowing of the legs, weakness, and pain in the spine, pelvis and leg regions. Rickets develops when calcium cannot be absorbed so the body has to get the calcium from the bones which causes the bones to not mineralize. Rickets doesn’t discriminate; it affects children of all different races and genders. Rickets did not only affect the…

Uterine prolapse surgery is performed under general or epidural anesthesia. A small incision is made on abdomen region or on vaginal walls. During the procedure, the uterus is pushed back to position and re-attached by suturing to the sides of the pelvis and also a fallen rectum is repaired by suturing…

The birth can lead to restrictions and tensions in the pelvis spine, neck and head - adding to the overall stress already being experienced by a new mum. You then add into the mix any emotional trauma experienced during the pregnancy or birth, it is all going to add up to a high stressed situation. A CranioSacral…

include many things, and the most reported symptom is bone pain. Other symptoms include joint stiffness, visible deformities of the bones, bones easily fracture, and warm skin over affected area. The major areas that are targeted by the disease are the pelvis, skull, spine, and legs. The cause of this disease is unknown, but is currently being studied by scientists. They believe it is linked with genetics. Bones continuously break down and rebuild themselves. When the rate is normal, bones are…

Stop 1: Chimpanzee, Modern Human, and Neandertal Skeleton 1. The modern human skeleton is much larger in size compared to the chimpanzee and hominid skeleton. The Chimpanzee had longer arms, much narrower rib cage and smaller skull compared to both ancient hominid and human. On the other hand, the hominid had robust bone joints, allowing more flexibility. The skeleton structure of chimpanzee indicates that they moved by using four limbs while both human and hominid walked upright. 2. The…

As a freshman, in 2014, I attended the first few technique courses clueless about adapting to them and writing collegiate papers. Coming from a background of mainly jazz and tap, I knew I would face challenges while learning modern and ballet techniques. One of the many challenges I faced was learning to take advantage of my kinesphere. During each modern class, I was encouraged to dance bigger and really reach out in order for my movement to expand. Even though I found it to be a challenge, I…

Venous thrombosis is a condition in which a blood clot (thrombus) forms in a vein. This clot can limit blood flow through the vein, causing swelling and pain. Thrombosis can occur in deep veins and superficial (surface) veins, and can occasionally break off and travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolus). Deep vein thrombosis is the most common type of venous thrombosis. Superficial Vein Thrombosis (SVT) — Leg vein clots in the superficial veins (veins near the surface of the skin) can cause pain,…

well known, and it still well known as a strong feminist icon. She was born on July 6, 1907, in Coyocoan, Mexico City, Mexico. Frida Kahlo began her art work after a horrific bus accident she was involved in which lead to fractures to her spine and pelvis. One of her art pieces included a visual representation of her accident, which shows her spirit reflecting over her body lying on the ground after the accident. The drawing also shows other bus riders laying across the street and the actual bus…