tmd biology disorders that affect the temporomandibular joint (tmj), the complex ball-and-socket joints that connect the jaw to the skull on both sides of the head, can arise due to overuse or repetitive trauma, general wear and tear, infection, rheumatoid arthritis, other systemic conditions,...
Work- or sports-related musculoskeletal disorders that affect muscle, tendon and joints are caused or exacerbated by repetitive physical tasks that include fixed or constrained body positions and overhead activities [1,2]. The shoulder and cervical spine are particularly affected by repetitive tasks wi...
Autoimmune diseases affect any part of the body like heart, brain, nerves, muscles, skin, eyes, joints, lungs, kidneys, glands, thedigestive tractand the blood vessels. Inflammation is the classic sign of anautoimmune disease. The effect of autoimmune disease depends on what part of body is ...
Blood tests may also be used to check for specific antibodies that are attacking healthy cells by mistake. An x-ray, CT, or MRI may be used to check your joints or organs for damage. Do not enter the MRI room with any metal. Metal can cause serious damage. Tell the healthcare ...
Mutations in the orexin/hypoctein systems in both canines and humans have been associated with narcolepsy–cataplexy and numerous genes have been identified in Drosophila melanogaster that affect sleep/wake behaviors including circadian clock genes. As mentioned above, the choice of treatment for dys...
Autoimmune rheumatic diseases primarily affect the joints and muscles [1] and encompass conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), other connective tissue diseases (CTD), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and systemic vasculitis. Another group of autoimmune diseases—spondyloarthropathies (SpA)—pr...
Approximately 1.71 billion people worldwide suffer from musculoskeletal disorders that affect multiple areas or body systems, such as joints, bones, muscles, and spine; they are characterized by pain and limitations in mobility, ability, and overall level of functioning [1,2,3]; and necessitate re...
Background: Rheumatic diseases are chronic diseases that affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, muscles, and other vital organs. Detection of rheumatic diseases is a complex process that requires careful analysis of heterogeneous content from clinical examinations, patient history, and laboratory invest...
Musculoskeletal Disorders or MSDs are injuries and disorders that affect the human body’s movement or musculoskeletal system (i.e. muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, discs, blood vessels, etc.). Common musculoskeletal disorders include: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Tendonitis Muscle / Tendon strain Ligame...
A balance disorder may be caused by viral or bacterial infections in the ear, head injuries, or blood circulation disorders that affect the inner ear or brain. Many people experience problems with their sense of balance as they age. Balance problems and dizziness also can result from taking cer...