Reproductive System Function: Anatomy of Male Reproductive System Major Organs producing offspring External Reproductive Organs propagation of the species penis and scrotum !in terms of evolution – the only reason all the other systems exist Internal Organs: only major system that doesn’t work continuously ! only activated at puberty these structures form continuous tube: Testes epididymus vas deferens ejaculatory duct urethra in penis unlike most other organisms
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Torsion- twisting of the embryo along the left-right axis (similar to the twist of the body when a golfer swings at the ball). MOST prominent in the 48-hour chick embryo Flexion- bending of the embryo along the anterior-posterior axis. In amniotes the tip of the head bends towards the heart. Types of flexion: cranial flexion‚ cervical flexion‚ pontine flexure‚ dorsal flexure‚ caudal flexure. ^Cervical flexure- ventral bend in embryo at transition between myelencephalon and spinal cord ^Dosal Flexure-
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the vascular lining tissue below the retina (C. Stephen Foster‚ 2012). Moreover‚ uveitis is classified as anterior uveitis‚ which affect both the iris and the ciliary body‚ posterior uveitis‚ which affect the choroid and the retina‚ or panuveitis‚ which affects the entire uveal tract. Furthermore‚ anterior uveitis may occur in two forms either granulomatous or nongranulomatous. If the anterior uveitis remains untreated‚ it could progress to a posterior uveitis which may provoke cataracts and glaucoma
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a proper squat‚ the subject’s feet should be parallel and their back should be straight‚ while going as deep as tolerated without the knees going past the toes. The movements that occur during the lowering portion of the squat are hip flexion‚ anterior pelvic rotation‚ knee flexion‚ dorsiflexion and cervical extension. During the lifting phase‚ knee extension occurs‚ the ankles return to the neutral position as well as the cervical spine and hips; all the muscles acting as agonists during the
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a single discussion. However‚ this paper will focus on the musculoskeletal system of the body. This discussion will cover the function and purpose of the musculoskeletal system‚ it’s five major organs (the bones‚ muscles‚ cartilage‚ tendons‚ and ligaments)‚ changes associated with this system during aging‚ common disorders‚ and considerations for nursing assistants. Through understanding these key points of the musculoskeletal system‚ nursing assistants will better be able to understand the reasons
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The shoulder is the most complex joint in the body. It is capable of moving in more than 16‚000 positions. Many of its ailments‚ including the most common ones‚ involve biomechanical mechanisms that are unique to the shoulder. The most common shoulder problem for which professional help is sought out for is shoulder impingement (Haig 1996). Shoulder impingement is primarily an overuse injury that involves a mechanical compression of the supraspinatus tendon‚ subacromial bursa‚ and the long head of
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Contents [hide] * 1 Anatomy * 2 Embryology * 2.1 Anterior * 2.2 Posterior * 2.3 Intermediate lobe * 3 Functions * 4 Diseases involving the pituitary gland * 5 Additional images * 6 See also * 7 References * 8 External links | ------------------------------------------------- [edit]Anatomy The pituitary gland is a pea-sized gland that sits in a protective bony enclosure called the sella turcica. It is composed of three lobes: anterior‚intermediate‚ and posterior. In many animals
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musculoskeletal system is the organ system that gives humans the ability to physically move‚ by using the muscles and skeletal system. It consists of the muscular system and the human skeleton. Bones are connected to each other at the joints by ligaments or cartilage and skeletal muscle is attached to bones‚ usually by tendons. [1] « Bones Bone is a constantly changing tissue that has several functions. Bones serve as rigid structures to the body and as shields to protect delicate internal organs
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The origins and history of wrestling date back as far as 15‚000 years with depictions of wrestling found in cave drawings in France. Wrestling is one of the oldest historical sports rivaled only by track and field‚ and has been seen in ancient literature and games of Greece and early Egypt. The most notable influence of wrestling comes from the Olympics‚ where it was introduced in 708BC . There are many forms of wrestling including Greco-Roman‚ Freestyle‚ Folk style‚ and Catch wrestling; all of which
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athlete of pain‚ and apply ice on the shoulder to prevent inflammation. Massage and acupuncture may also be substitutions.Taping the shoulder may also help the athlete relieve pain. Start rehab exercises to help the shoulder regain motion. Once the ligament starts to heal however. Massages and other exercises may help as well. Returning to Play Protocol It is important to keep to the athlete is the shoulder sling or brace for about 2-3 weeks. However‚ before returning to play you must keep the athlete
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