Introduction The chest in the body has many functions: it helps provide stability on the shoulders, helps protect the heart and lungs, and bears most…
Diagnosing ankylosing spondylitis usually involves multiple tests. When doctors order blood tests to diagnose ankylosing spondylitis, an individual is experiencing worsening symptoms in their back…
Introduction The chest has the pectoralis major muscle that works with the upper half of the body that provides mobility and power. The pectoralis major also surrounds…
Introduction The chest in the upper half of the body comprises various structures that each have a job to keep the body functioning. The chest has different…
Nerves control muscle fibers. Muscle twitching is an involuntary contraction of the muscle fibers. When individuals play sports/work out vigorously or for a long time,…
Introduction Many people use their hands when going to work or doing normal things in their daily lives. The hands correlate with the five finger…
The Adams forward bend test is a simple screening method that can help with scoliosis diagnosis and help in developing a treatment plan. The exam…
Introduction The hands are the main show when it comes to the body. They can be expressive when a person is talking, they can carry items from…
Introduction The elbows and the forearms have a casual relationship with each other as they provide flexion and retraction of the arms in the body.…
Middle back pain is usually caused by unhealthy posture, improper lifting or twisting, and minor injuries like muscle strains, sprains, and herniated discs. Thoracic herniated…
Introduction The fingers are in a close relationship with the hands and the body. Each finger digit is controlled by various muscles encompassing the wrist and forearms.…
Sciatica is one of the most common injuries, with as many as 40% of individuals experiencing the condition, and it becomes more frequent as the…
Introduction The forearms have a casual relationship with the hands and the wrist as they are below the elbow and have very important motor functions.…
Headaches are a common condition that most experience and can differ greatly regarding type, severity, location, and frequency. Headaches range from mild discomfort to constant…
Introduction One of the many muscles that help stabilize the shoulders and provide movement when the arms are in motion. The tricep muscles are one of the…
Introduction When it comes to the human body in motion, the arms can carry, lift, and move items from one place to another without pain. The arms…
Spondyloarthritis is a group of inflammatory, immune-mediated diseases that cause chronic low back pain, inflammation, irritating aches, and pains. The conditions mostly affect the spine…