Based on your two given case scenarios for your written assignment. Identify one tertiary (functional problem) that is common to both your patients and then, by highlighting the similarities and differences between the two cases, explain why the underlying primary and secondary problems present and how they result in this tertiary deficit. This following literature will compare two patient case studies, suffering the same functional problem, but with different underlying causes due to differing
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Biology and Medical Genetics, General introduction to tissues of the body, Epithelial tissue, Connective tissue UNIT II Human skeletal system: Types of bone, Histology of bone, Individual bones, Human Anatomy of major joints, Applied anatomy Human Muscular system: Histology of muscle tissue, Organization of different type of muscle, skeletal muscles UNIT III Human Alimentary system: Components and general organization; Gross anatomy, Histology of different components, Applied anatomy Human Respiratory
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a point where his muscular frame cannot take the stress of physical activity anymore and he collapses. What is there to be done about the fatigue an endurance sport like this takes on his muscles, especially the brain? What elements fight against muscle fatigue, and what happens in their absence? How can we improve performance while also increasing endurance? Scientists around the world need to come together, to analyze and improve conditions athletes face which leads to muscular degradation.
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INTRODUCTION: The skeletal muscle is an important organ in the human body that allows for movement and support of the skeleton, helping the body execute various tasks from precise control movements (writing a letter or picking up a chalk) to more abrupt, powerful movements (lifting weights or running). The skeletal muscle is one of the main types of muscle in the body (the other two being cardiac and smooth muscles) that allows movement by contraction of the muscles. When a motor unit, a single
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Introduction There is a lot of controversy on nutritional supplements and performance/health claims that go along with them. Many claims come and go without a lot of hassle, but none has generated the commotion of the interest or debate surrounding creatine (Cr). Many people believe Cr is another weight gaining powder or steroid alternative (Plisk and Kreider, 1999). What those people do not know is Cr is also found in the human body naturally as opposed to supplementation. Individuals know the
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Physical Assessment Mental Status: My patient is alert and knows his orientation. He is coherent and is able to recall recent and remote events. He appears healthy and shows no signs of distress or anxiety. Skin & Nails: His skin appears to be tanned in color. There is no bleeding or a rash present but has a dime size contusion on right bicep. No signs of puffiness or pitting on the skin. The skin has a smooth texture with a warm touch and doesn’t appear too dry or moist. Patient doesn’t show
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Keith Within this portfolio I will be focusing on a nine year old boy called Keith, he lives with his 55 year old mother Michelle and her partner Billy who is 60, along with his two older brothers, Richard who is 14 and Robert who is 11. The school which he attends is specialised for children who suffer from physical disabilities. Keith suffers from cerebral palsy; this has resulted in spasticity in all four of his limbs along with high muscle and postural tone, resulting in him finding it
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Product 1 ~ Supplement or Ergogenic Aid What is your supplement or ergogenic aid? * Body Fortress Super Advanced Whey Protein How is it advertised? * This product is advertised on the internet (via its website www.bodyfortress.com, you tube, and social media) and through Health food and Walmart advertisement circulars How much does it cost? * This product is sold for $15.98 Identify AND describe (BE SPECIFIC) the first five (5) ingredients of your product. * Super Whey
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Muscular I. Introduction of the disease A. Muscular dystrophy B. Muscular dystrophy-is a group of muscle diseases that weaken the musculoskeletal and hamper C. I pick this disease because it sounded interesting II. Causes A. How can a human being contract (get) this disease? 1. the most common form of muscular dystrophy in children is Duchene muscular dystrophy (DMD). Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD) is also relatively common. They are similar and are caused by mutations in the same
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degree of swayback (inward curvature) in the lower back. Types of Scoliosis – conditions 1. Neuromuscular scoliosis. A result of abnormal muscles or nerves. Frequently seen in people with other disorders, including other birth defects such as muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, Spina bifida or Marfan syndrome (an inherited connective tissue disease) those with various conditions that are accompanied by it, result in, paralysis. : In this type of scoliosis, there is a problem when the bones of
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