Calcific tendonitis can disappear on its own without any treatment. Ignoring the condition is not recommended, however, as it can lead to complications, such as rotator cuff tears and frozen shoulder. Once calcific tendonitis disappears, there is no evidence to suggest it will return. What are t...
Some people suffer from a disease called rickets, in which their bones have not been adequately calcified. Which group of bones is most similar to that of a patient with rickets? Why? What are the three forms of congenital hip dysplasia? What i...
What is the function of the menisci? What are the differences between elastic and muscular arteries? What is the difference between the tarsals and the talus? (a) What would happen if a torn ligament healed and was replaced with calcified irregular tissue? (b) How would this affect joint ...
Some people suffer from a disease called rickets, in which their bones have not been adequately calcified. Which group of bones is most similar to that of a patient with rickets? Why? How would one facilitate tissue healing within bone after disease or injury? What preventative ...