Thursday February 9, 2012 9:18 pm
The Joints
Picuture of the hand and wrist A need for strength makes the bones rigid, but if the skeleton consisted of one solid bone, movement would be impossible. Nature has solved this problem by dividing the skeleton into many bones and creating joints where the bones intersect. Joints come in a variety of designs, each especially built for the limb it serves. Joints permit bodily movement and are held together by fibers called "ligaments". Joints are "oiled" continuously to prevent friction.
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  • All Joints and Ligaments - Organized by Region
    by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2008
    All of the joints and ligaments of the human body are listed by region in detail.

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    by Dr. Gary Farr 7/22/2003
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  • Joints and Ligaments of the Abdomen
    by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2008
    The joints and ligaments of the abdomen are listed in detail.

  • Joints and Ligaments of the Head and Neck
    by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2008
    The joints and ligaments of the head and neck are listed in detail.

  • Joints and Ligaments of the Lower Limb
    by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2008
    The joints and ligaments of the lower limb are listed in detail.

  • Joints and Ligaments of the Pelvis & Perineum
    by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2008
    The joints and ligaments of the pelvis and perineum are listed in detail.

  • Joints and Ligaments of the Thorax
    by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2008
    The joints and ligaments of the thorax are listed in detail.

  • Joints and Ligaments of the Upper Limb
    by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2008
    Details of all the joints and the upper limbs are listed in detail.

  • Nutritional Support for the Musculoskeletal System
    by Dr. Gary Farr 7/22/2003
    Many factors contribute to the deterioration of our musculoskeletal system. This system, consisting of many connective tissues such as joints, ligaments, and tendons, is continuously being tested by various factors such as stress, improper diet, and exercise. A healthy musculoskeletal system is important for everyone - the young, the elderly, sports enthusiasts, people constantly on their feet, and people using repetitious movements such as computer keyboarding. Failure to maintain a healthy musculoskeletal system and joints can lead to a reduction in overall health and wellbeing. Therefore, supplying your body with the proper nutrients found in Standard Process supplements is vital in keeping your body’s connective tissues healthy.

  • What are Joints?
    by Dr. Gary Farr 8/25/2003
    In order for physical movements to be carried out, the individual bones have to be able to move against each other and connected to each other. This is the function of the joints. According to the extent to which movement is facilitated, joints are distinguished between uni-axial, bi-axial and tri-axial to multi-axial joints.

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