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Whiplash Injuries : Basic Anatomy

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Basic Anatomy

Know Your Neck: The Cervical Spine
A healthy neck supports the head, keeping it aligned with the rest of your spine. When the neck's bones, disks, and muscles are in good condition, they allow you to move your head freely and without pain. Flexionand extension, the head moves forwa...
Source:StayWell
Date:March 29, 2004
Anatomy of a Normal Spine
The spinal column is a stack of bones (vertebrae) that are separated by soft pads of tissue (disks). Each of these bones has a canal that runs top to bottom. Together these canals form a tunnel called the spinal canal. Running through this canal a...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Parts of a Hand
Hands are made up of more bones and moving parts than most other areas of your body. When they're healthy, all of these parts work together to perform an amazing array of tasks—from very delicate movements to feats of strength.
Source:StayWell
Date:September 8, 2005
How Your Hip Works
The hip joint is one of the body's largest weight-bearing joints. It's a ball-and-socket joint. This helps the hip remain stable even during twisting and extreme ranges of motion. A healthy hip joint allows you to walk, squat, and turn without pai...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
The Kneecap (Patella) and Knee Joint
The kneecap (patella) is a small triangular bone. It is just one of the many parts that make up the knee joint. Some of the other parts are muscles, ligaments, and leg bones. The kneecap provides leverage for your muscles as they bend and straight...
Source:StayWell
Date:September 8, 2005
How Your Knee Works
A healthy knee bends easily and rotates slightly. The joint absorbs stress and moves smoothly. This allows you to walk, squat, and turn without pain. Cartilage is a layer of smooth tissue. It covers the ends of the thighbone and shinbone. It also ...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Parts of a Foot
Your foot is made up of soft tissue and bones that work together to form a healthy, functioning, and pain-free foot. A - Muscles contract and relax to move the foot.;B - Nerves travel throughout the foot, providing feeling.;C - Tendons are tough e...
Source:StayWell
Date:September 8, 2005
Understanding Joint Pain
Sprained ankles and wrists, arthritic knees and hips and torn rotator cuffs all have one thing in common: They result in joint pain.
Source:StayWell
Date:January 16, 2007
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