Tarsal Bones: Anatomy, Functional Roles, and Clinical Significance
The tarsal bones are seven irregular bones in the midfoot and hindfoot, crucial for weight support, shock absorption, propulsion, adaptability, and ba...
By Alex
Category: Anatomy & Physiology
Browsing all articles filed under the "Anatomy & Physiology" category.
Wrist Joint: Anatomy, Key Articulations, and Function
The primary joint connecting the forearm bones to the wrist is the radiocarpal joint, which is part of a complex system of articulations, ligaments, a...
By Jordan
Elbow Flexion: Anatomy, Muscles, and Biomechanics of Bending Your Arm
Elbow flexion is achieved through the coordinated action of the humeroulnar and humeroradial joints, powered primarily by the biceps brachii, brachial...
By Hart
Human Movement: The Coordinated Action of Bones, Muscles, Joints, and Nerves
Your bones are moved by the coordinated actions of skeletal muscles pulling on them across joints, with the entire process orchestrated by your centra...
By Alex
Synovial Joints: Structure, Components, Function, and Clinical Relevance
A synovial joint is characterized by a fluid-filled joint cavity separating articulating bones, along with articular cartilage, a joint capsule, synov...
By Hart
Synovial Joints: Anatomy, Functions, and Health Optimization
Synovial joints facilitate smooth, low-friction movement between bones, absorb shock, provide stability, and enable a wide range of motion essential f...
By Hart
Cartilaginous Joints: Structure, Types, and How They Are Held Together
Cartilaginous joints are held together by cartilage tissue directly connecting articulating bones, providing strong, stable unions with limited moveme...
By Alex
Shoulder and Knee Joints: The Critical Role of Arterial Anastomoses
The shoulder and knee joints feature extensive arterial anastomoses to maintain continuous blood flow during extreme movements, muscle contraction, or...
By Jordan
Ligaments: Origin, Structure, Function, and Types
Ligaments originate from mesenchymal cells during embryonic development, differentiating into fibroblasts that produce the collagen-rich extracellular...
By Alex
