Department of Anthropology: Skull Module
Views and descriptions of the individual skull bones.
Arthroscopy
From MedicineNet. A description of the technique for diagnostic
examination of joints through the introduction of a fiber optic arthroscope
through tiny incisions in the skin and joint capsule.
Dr. Pribut's Running Injuries Page
Advice on footware, stretching, exertion in hot or cold weather, and of
course running injuries.
A Patient's Guide to Knee Problems
Normal knee anatomy plus information on disorders and injuries associated with the
cruciate ligaments, menisci, patella, as well as a discussion of
osteoarthritis in relation to the knee.
Osteoporosis Studies
From the National Center for Environmental Health. Details a major health
concern for women and outlines new risk factor studies.
Muscle Physiology Home Page
From the Muscle Physiology Lab at the University of California. Includes a
detailed introduction to muscle physiology and an extensive list of
Internet links.
Artificial Muscle Project
From the MIT Artificial Intelligence Laboratory. An attempt to develop
effort linear actuators based on polymer hydrogels with characteristics
similar to human muscle, able to undergo reversible length changes in
response to chemical stimuli.
Digital Anatomist Program
Select the knee for 3D computer reconstructions from cadaver cryosections.
Muscle Biochemistry
Review of sarcomere organization, myofilaments, muscle contraction, and
muscle fiber types.
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