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We all know driving without wearing a seatbelt is dangerous. But did you know wearing a seatbelt without correctly adjusting your seat is also dangerous for your health? The BOA (British Osteopathic Association) carried out a survey which showed 13% of drivers have their seat too far back for their seatbelt to offer protection in [...]

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The function of the thoracic wall is to not only protect the contents of the thoracic cavity but also provide the mechanical function of breathing. (K.L. Moore & A.F. Dalley 4th edition, pp62) During respiration, the upper and lower ribs produce different movements. In the upper three ribs, the axis of movement is coronal between [...]

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Osteopathy is a holistic medicine. When a patient enters the clinic, most of the time their physical problem is clear. However, to be able to treat patients properly a deeper understanding of the person, beyond their physical domain, is required. Therefore, all domains of an individual must be taken into consideration during evaluation of the [...]

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Osteoarthritis is defined as degeneration of (synovial) joints. Synovial joints are made up of hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage that line the bony surfaces. They contain synovial fluid which lubricates the joint. Osteoarthritis affects women to men 2:1. It is the most common form of arthritis in patients over 50 years of age and affects 50% [...]

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Rheumatoid Arthritis is a form of an autoimmune disease. These are diseases in which the body effectively attacks itself. Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common inflammatory arthritis. It is chronic systemic inflammation affecting synovial membrane. A tumour-like mass called a pannus forms over the cartilage causing an increase in joint laxity. It affect females to [...]

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Angina pectoris pain is a clinical syndrome causing pain or pressure in the centre of the chest. Usually exercise – sometimes acute anxiety & stress – brings on angina pectoris pain. This is because angina pectoris pain can accompany myocardial ischaemia and coronary artery disease. Angina pain may be severe and felt also in arms [...]

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About Lower Back Pain Lower back pain can affect anyone, but is very common is people aged 35-55. Back pain can be divided into three categories: 1) Acute lower back pain – lasting less than 6 weeks 2) Sub-acute lower back pain – lasting 6 weeks to 3 months 3) Chronic lower back pain – [...]

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Research Paper 2006: Measuring the effects of HIV-related distal symmetrical peripheral neuropathy on joint range of movement using the “prayer” sign. Author: Trishul Vadi Supervisor: Paul Blanchard Acknowledgments The author would like to thank the following people for their help and support in carrying out this undergraduate research study: Paul Blanchard for supervising this study. [...]

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