In one of our previous snippets, we examined the structure and function of a tendon. Today let’s explore how a tendon might become injured or damaged.READ POST
Common injuries to the tendons
Author: Dr. Chukwudi Ekomaru
Anatomy Dissected: CNIV (trochlear nerve)
Welcome to the fourth in our Anatomy Dissected series on the cranial nerves. We hope the series has been informative and easy to follow.READ POST
Arterial supply to the stomach
The stomach is supplied by a rich system of arteries derived from the celiac trunk, the first major visceral branch of the abdominal aorta.READ POST
The Large Intestine
The large intestine also known as the bowel or colon is the most distal part of the digestive system.READ POST
The Small Intestine
The small intestine is a tube-like organ in the digestive system which absorbs most of the nutrients from the food we eat. ?READ POST
Get the Facts on World Diabetes Day
Pictured above is the pancreas, an organ that’s vital to the body’s regulation of blood sugar levels. The condition known today as diabetes has been around for centuries, with cases traced as far back as ancient Egypt. Diabetes Mellitus is coined from two words: the Greek word “diabetes”, which means “passing through” (ie the flow […]READ POST
Anatomy Dissected: The Optic Nerve
Hope you guys are enjoying our NEW series, Anatomy Dissected, where we pick apart tough-to-learn anatomic concepts over the course of several videos!READ POST
The Mysterious Thymus Gland
In the early 1900’s a strange disease known as, ‘status lymphaticus,’ was believed to be making many infants ill.READ POST
3 creepy anatomy myths debunked ? Halloween Special
Greetings ghouls and goblins, and happy Halloween! The internet is full of some scary “facts” about the human body, but which ones are true?READ POST
5 quick facts about the spleen | Anatomy Snippets
The spleen is the largest organ of the lymphatic system.READ POST
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