Browsing Month March, 2014
What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome by Jeff Schmidt
By CPR Nashville, TN at March 31, 2014 | 8:26 am | 0 Comment
Ever have a severe pain in the side of the knee when performing activities such as walking, running, or cycling? Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a pain in the side of the knee and is thought to be an overuse injury. The iliotibial band (IT band) is a thick, dense band of fibrous connective tissue. The band is attached at the hip bone and runs down the lateral side of more...
What is Hodgkin’s Lymphoma by Amber Mills
By CPR Nashville, TN at March 28, 2014 | 6:17 am | 0 Comment
Cancer of the lymphatic system (a part of the immune system) is known as Hodgkin’s lymphoma. This happens when cells in the body grow abnormally. Like other cancers, it may then spread to other parts of the body. Hodgkin’s is especially dangerous because since it is a cancer of a part of the immune system, it conflicts with your body’s ability to fight off more...
What is Squamous Cell Carcinoma By Chris Rost
By CPR Nashville, TN at March 20, 2014 | 7:59 am | 0 Comment
Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common type of skin cancer. It’s a disease that affects the squamous cells found in your epidermis. Before we go more in-depth, let’s try to get a better understanding of what cancer is. Cancer is a disease where normal cells start to divide rapidly, and uncontrollably. As this division takes place, some cells become more...
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Unknown Lab Report in Microbiology
By CPR Nashville, TN at March 17, 2014 | 8:43 am | 0 Comment
UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Unknown #124 Amie Booth December 3, 2013 Microbiology BIO: 203.604, Fall INTRODUCTION When unknown microorganisms are present, it is necessary to identify them in a laboratory setting. Microbes can be identified by their cellular structure and function. Different organisms also behave differently in various environmental conditions. more...
Causes and Effects of Spondylolisthesis by Caroline Marshak
By CPR Nashville, TN at March 15, 2014 | 8:41 am | 0 Comment
Spondylolisthesis is a back condition that is not well-known to many people in the United States. There are many causes to this disorder but few ways to treat it. Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebra slips out of place and moves closer to the bone below it. This typically happens in the adolescent years, but can occur at birth or even later in life. Certain sports more...
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