Bursitis: Pathophysiology, Causes, Symptoms, and Progression
Bursitis is an inflammatory condition characterized by the acute or chronic inflammation of a bursa, typically in response to repetitive mechanical st...
By Hart
Category: Musculoskeletal Health
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Passive Armor: Understanding Joint Stability, Components, and Protection
Passive armor refers to the body's non-contractile anatomical structures like ligaments, joint capsules, menisci, and bone geometry that provide stati...
By Hart
Biceps Femoris: Origin, Insertion, and Functions
The biceps femoris, a hamstring muscle, primarily functions in knee flexion, hip extension (long head only), and external rotation of the flexed knee,...
By Jordan
Joint Hypermobility vs. Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder: Understanding the Differences, Symptoms, and Management
Joint hypermobility is a physical trait of increased joint range of motion, often without symptoms, whereas Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) is a...
By Alex
Spinal Ligaments: Function, Types, and Clinical Significance
The ligaments of the backbone primarily serve to connect the vertebrae, providing essential stability, limiting excessive movement, and protecting the...
By Alex
Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD): Prevalence, Diagnostic Challenges, and Management
Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) is estimated to affect 1% to 5% or more of the general population, though precise quantification is challenging ...
By Hart
Ligaments and Tendons: Differences, Functions, and Clinical Implications
Ligaments connect bone to bone for joint stability, while tendons connect muscle to bone to transmit force and facilitate movement.
By Alex
Strong Grip: Musculoskeletal, Neurological, and Performance Downsides
An imbalanced or excessively developed grip can lead to musculoskeletal issues like tendinopathies and nerve compression, reduced dexterity, and compr...
By Alex
Non-Moveable Joints: Examples, Types, and Their Crucial Role
Non-moveable joints, known as synarthroses, include cranial sutures, which are fibrous joints between skull bones providing crucial brain protection, ...
By Jordan
