Nephron (from Greek νεφρός – nephros meaning kidney) is the basic structural and functional unit of the kidney. Its chief function is to regulate the concentration of water and soluble […]
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Vertebral subluxation
In chiropractic vertebral subluxation is a set of signs and symptoms of the spinal column. Those chiropractors who assert this concept (specifically straight chiropractors) also add a visceral component to […]
Coccyx
The coccyx (/ˈkɒksɪks/ KOK-siks; plural: coccyges) commonly referred to as the tailbone is the final segment of the vertebral column in tailless primates.
B cell
B cells or B lymphocytes are a type of lymphocyte in the humoral immunity of the adaptive immune system. B cells can be distinguished from other lymphocytes such as T […]
Toe
Toes are the digits of the foot of a tetrapod. Animal species such as cats that walk on their toes are described as being digitigrade. Humans and other animals that […]
Scapula
In anatomy the scapula (plural scapulae or scapulas)or shoulder blade is the bone that connects the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle (collar bone). Like their connected bones the […]
Acromion
In human anatomy the acromion (from Greek: akros highest ōmos shoulder plural: acromia) is a bony process on the scapula (shoulder blade). Together with the coracoid process it extends laterally […]
Trapezius muscle
In human anatomy the trapezius (/trəˈpiːzi.əs/) is a large superficial muscle that extends longitudinally from the occipital bone to the lower thoracic vertebrae and laterally to the spine of the […]
Sesamoid bone
In anatomy a sesamoid bone (/ˈsɛsəmɔɪd/) is a bone embedded within a tendon.
Ulna
The ulna (/ˈʌlnə/) or elbow bone (Latin:elbow) is one of the two long bones in the forearm the other being the radius. It is prismatic in form and runs parallel […]