What is collagen? The most abundant protein in the body, it's found in muscles, bones, skin and tendons. Learn about the types, sources, benefits and supplements.
The brain gets its blood supply through four major arteries, the right and left carotids and the right and left vertebral arteries. They join together at the base of the brain at the Circle of Willis. Smaller blood vessels then branch out to provide oxygen and glucose-rich blood to all re...
It cushions bones and joints to absorb shock, it lubricates the joints to reduce friction, connects tissue and bones together and acts as a supporting structure. It’s the main tissue within your trachea, as well as in your ears and your nose. Ligaments. Ligaments are another type of ...
Hope and love are popular themes of literature and art in many human societies. The human physiology of love and hope is less well understood. This review presents evidence that the lack of love and/or hope delays growth disturbs development and maturati
You may be given contrast liquid to help the bones show up better in pictures. Tell the healthcare provider if you have ever had an allergic reaction to contrast liquid. Do not enter the MRI room with anything metal. Metal can cause serious injury. Tell the healthcare provider if you ...
Closed reduction is used to move your child's bones back into place without surgery. Surgery may be needed for a more severe break. Wires, pins, or other hardware may be used to keep the bone in place while it heals.How can I help manage my child's symptoms?Help...
One thing that I’ve noticed this rewatch is how, especially in the early seasons,The X-Filesmade its bones by treading a fine line between “now you see it” and “now you don’t.” Every case left room for plausible deniability, be it from the mouth of Scully or the U.S. govern...
When you think about your muscles,you probably think about the ones you can control.These are your voluntary (随意的) muscles.They are connected to your bones (骨骼) and work together with your bones to help you walk,run,pick up things or ride a bicycle.The muscles ...
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A student examines a human skeleton model. (Image credit: SDI Productions via Getty Images) The human body possesses hundreds of bones, from the long bones of the limbs to the fused...
Surgery may be used to put your bones back into the correct position. Wires, pins, plates, or screws may be used to keep the broken pieces lined up correctly and hold them together.What can I do to help my leg fracture heal?Rest