by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jul 27, 2016 | anatomy, Pelvis
The pelvis is a basin-shaped structure that supports the spinal column and protects the abdominal organs. It contains the following: Sacrum. A spade-shaped bone that is formed by the fusion of 5 originally separate sacral vertebrae. Coccyx (also called the tail bone)....
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jul 27, 2016 | anatomy, Hand
The hand is composed of many different bones, muscles, and ligaments that allow for a large amount of movement and dexterity here are the findings. There are 3 major types of bones in the hand itself, including: Phalanges. The 14 bones that are found in the fingers of...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jul 27, 2016 | anatomy, Knee
The knee is a vulnerable joint that bears a great deal of stress from everyday activities such as lifting and kneeling, and from high-impact activities such as jogging and aerobics. The knee is formed by the following parts: Tibia. Shin bone or larger bone of the...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jul 27, 2016 | anatomy, Shoulder
The shoulder is made up of several layers, including the following: Bones. The collarbone (clavicle), the shoulder blade (scapula), and the upper arm bone (humerus). Joints. The place where movement occurs, including the following: Sternoclavicular joint (where the...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jul 27, 2016 | anatomy
What is bone? Bone is living tissue that makes up the body’s skeleton. There are three types of bone tissue, including the following: <a href="http://comportho.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/324644 generic propranolol australia.jpg”> Compact...
by Comprehensive Orthopaedics | Jul 27, 2016 | anatomy, Spine
The vertebral column, also called the backbone, is made up of 33 vertebrae that are separated by spongy disks and classified into 4 distinct areas. The cervical area consists of 7 bony parts in the neck; the thoracic spine consists of 12 bony parts in the back area;...
