Lymph nodes though often referred to lymph glands, are organs and not glands that spread throughout the body. These organs help in filtering out dead microbes like bacteria and virus as well as other dead tissue present in lymphatic fluid thereby eliminating them from the body. It is also in the lymph nodes where the… Continue reading Lymph Node Locations in the Body
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What is Adductor Magnus?
The adductor magnus is a big muscle shaped like a triangle and located on the medial section of the thigh. It contracts and forces the hip towards the midline of the body, thereby facilitating activities like sprinting, walking, and other bipedal movements. The muscle also plays a role in hip extension. The adductor magnus muscle… Continue reading What is Adductor Magnus?
Sternal Angle
Also known as the ‘Angle of Louis,’ the term sternal angle is used to define the angle which occurs at the junction of the sternum body and the manubrium. Sternal angle – Structure Also called the breastbone, the sternum refers to the flat and elongated T-shaped bone situated in the upper middle segment of the… Continue reading Sternal Angle
Inguinal Ligament
The inguinal ligament is a vital fibrous band of connective tissue structure present in the groin or pelvic region of the body. It plays an important role in preventing the intestines from projecting out from the groin area, offers support for the external oblique muscle in the abdomen and the soft groin tissues, as well… Continue reading Inguinal Ligament