The trigeminal (fifth cranial) nerve provides the majority of sensory innervation of the head, with exclusive coverage of the face. Fibers from the cervical plexus and the greater and lesser occipital nerves provide sensory innervation to the neck and back of the head. The information in this ...
Functionally, it facilitates menstruation, sexual intercourse and childbirth. The vagina is located posterior to the urinary bladder and urethra, and anterior to the rectum. The upper end of the vagina is attached to the cervix of the uterus. These structures form a pouch (vaginal fornix) which...
The parotid gland is in intimate relation with the lymph nodes (seeImage.Lymph Nodes of the Head and Neck). This is the only salivary gland with 2 nodal layers, which drain into the superficial and deep cervical lymph system. Most nodes are located within the superficial lobe between the gl...
Main bones of the head. Head and neck (anterior view) The head and neck are two examples of the perfect anatomical marriage between form and function, mixed with a dash of complexity. The neck is resilient enough to sustain a five kilogram weight 24/7, yet sufficiently mobile to move it...
(Anatomy)anatomythe toothlike upward projection at the back of the second vertebra of the neck Collins English Dictionary – Complete and Unabridged, 12th Edition 2014 © HarperCollins Publishers 1991, 1994, 1998, 2000, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2014 ...
Neck : Narrow The common peroneal nerve wraps around it. Shaft: medial, lateral, and posterior surfaces Lateral malleolus : Distal projection Articulates with the talus as part of the ankle Anterior and posterior views of the tibia, fibula, and tibiofibular joints Image by BioDigital, edited...
Chapter 1: Neck Chapter 2: Shoulders, Back, and Chest Chapter 3: Arms, Wrists, and Hands Chapter 4: Lower Trunk Chapter 5: Hips Chapter 6: Knees and Thighs Chapter 7: Feet and CalvesREVIEWThe strength of this book is that it is simultaneously concise yet thorough. Multiple anatomical illu...
Head & Neck with Back This innovative anatomical module allows you to explore the complexities of cranial and neck anatomy with astonishing realism. From the intricate network of nerves and vessels to the delicate facial and neck muscles, every feature has been meticulously dissected to help you gr...
4 Yoga Poses for Better Posture, Less Neck Pain Whatever the root cause of your slumping, your yoga practice can help alleviate any resulting pain or dips in mood by bringing more balance to the muscles in your chest, upper back, and neck. ...
Superficial muscles of the back Overview of the superficial muscles of the back. Start Deep muscles of the back Overview of the deep muscles of the back. Start Neurovasculature of the back Overview of the nerves and vessels of the back and posterior neck. ...