The Nervous System: Your Brain

In this class, we’ll start at the top … the brain. Let’s take a look at the anatomical structures of the brain and provide a non-inclusive overview of what each structure holds. The forebrain (Diagram a) shows a human brain cut through the middle to...
The Liver and Gallbladder

The Liver and Gallbladder

The liver is located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity, just below the diaphragm. It is partially surrounded by the ribs and extends from the level of the fifth intercostal space to the lower margin of the ribs. BTW: The pancreas is included in the...

Sacroiliac Joint: Case Studies

Sacroiliac Joint (SI Joint) What is the SI Joint? The SI Joints connect the spine to the hips. They provide support and stability and play a major role in absorbing impact when walking and lifting. Client Chief Complaint: June 2020 SI Joint pain; left leg and hip...

The Intestines

Once food leaves your stomach, it is no longer a solid mass. It is a liquified accumulation of nutrients waiting to be distributed throughout the body. In order for nutrition to be assimilated, it has to go through the intestines. Nutrients are sent to cells to...
The Stomach

The Stomach

The stomach is where protein digestion, through the use of hydrochloric acid (HCL) begins.   Did you know … The stomach is a muscle? The body creates HCL so it can accommodate digestion of protein? 40 seems to be the average age when the body begins...
The Mouth

The Mouth

The mouth is a truly amazing space that serves a very unique set of functions: It is a receptacle for receiving solids and liquids It is our mechanism for mastification (chewing) of the foods we consume It is the place where saliva and digestive materials are mixed...