Dislocated Collar bone

What is a Dislocated Collar Bone Injury in which the bones that articulate with the collarbone are displaced from their normal anatomical position, thus resulting in a disruption of the joint and a subluxation of the collarbone. Dislocated Collar Bone Symptoms Severe pain in the collarbone area Loss of shoulder function Pain elicited upon movement

Dislocated Collar Bone

Herniated Disc (Slipped Disc)

What is a Herniated Disc Rupture or break in the ligament surrounding the spinal disc.  This rupture of the disc usually results in the extrusion of the disc contents which is a jelly like material called the Nucleus Pulposus.  This jelly like material found between the vertebrae provides cushioning and shock absorption, but when it

Herniated Disc

Trapezius Muscle

Actions of Trapezius Muscle: Upper trapezius: elevation and upward rotation of the scapula Middle trapezius: retraction of the scapula Lower trapezius: depression and upward rotation of the scapula Origin of Trapezius Muscle: External occipital protuberance Ligamentum nuchae Spinous processes of C7 to T12 Insertion of Trapezius Muscle: Upper trapezius: lateral clavicle and acromion Middle trapezius:

Trapezius Muscle

Tricep Strain

What is a Tricep Strain A Tricep strain is an injury brought on by a strain (over stretching) of the Triceps muscle or its tendon. The Triceps muscle is in charge of extending the elbow joint.  As with all muscle strains it generally happens in the weakest point within the musculotendinous unit and usually the

Tricep Strain

Bicep Strain

What is a Bicep Strain A bicep strain is an injury caused by a strain (over stretching) of the bicep muscle or its tendon.  The biceps brachii muscle is responsible for flexing the elbow joint and external rotation of the forearm.  As with all muscle strains it usually occurs at the weakest point in the

biceps muscle