A pathologic process associated with redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function. This process destroys tissues but is also associated with the repair and healing of body structures.
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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Sunday, January 28, 2024
Joints: Crash Course Anatomy & Physiology #20
We continue our look at your bones and skeletal system, skipping over the silly kid's song in favor of a more detailed look at your axial and appendicular skeleton. This episode also talks about the structural and functional classifications of your joints and the major types of body movement that they facilitate.
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Chiropractic Glossary from A to Z : Instrument Adjustment
A form of chiropractic adjustment using a spring-loaded device called an Activator.
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Monday, January 22, 2024
Chiropractic Glossary from A to Z : Ice Massage
A form of therapy involving the application of ice to treat many kinds of injuries, including those associated with back or neck pain. Ice causes the veins in the affected tissue area to constrict. This reduces the flow of blood while acting as kind of anesthetic to numb the pain. But when the ice is removed, the veins compensate by opening large, allowing a large volume of blood to rush to the affected area. The blood brings with it important chemicals that aid in the healing process.
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Friday, January 19, 2024
Lymphatic System Explained In Simple Words
The lymphatic system consists of a complex network of lymphatic vessels, glands or nodes, and organs, such as the spleen and thymus, extending throughout the body. Through it flows a fluid called lymph. The lymphatic system has three main functions. 1. It returns excess body fluid back to the blood circulation. 2. It helps the immune system detect pathogens and mount an immune response. 3. It aids in fat absorption.
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Chiropractic Glossary from A to Z : Herniated Disc
A disc that protrudes from its normal position between two vertebrae, due to an injury to the annulus; frequently associated with the nucleus of the disc oozing out of the center of the disk.
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Saturday, January 13, 2024
Chiropractic Glossary from A to Z : Heat Therapy
A form of therapy often used in patients who have chronic, or long-lasting pain. Heat therapy can involve many kinds of methods, from simple heating pads, wraps, and warm gel packs, to sophisticated techniques such as therapeutic ultrasound. While ice therapy is used to reduce swelling, heat therapy is used to relax the muscles and increase circulation. Both kinds of therapy help reduce pain.
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