Basic Anatomy
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Anatomy of a Joint
Joints are the areas where two or more bones meet. Most joints are mobile, allowing the bones to move. -
Anatomy of the Bone
A typical bone in your body contains three types of tissue—a hard outer tissue, a sponge-like inner tissue, and smooth tissue at the ends. -
Anatomy of the Elbow
The elbow is a hinge joint between the humerus bone in the upper arm and the radius and ulnar bones in the lower arm. -
Anatomy of the Foot
Your feet are susceptible to many stresses. Foot pain and problems can cause pain, inflammation, or injury. -
Anatomy of the Hand
Each of your hands has three types of bones: phalanges in your fingers; metacarpals in your mid-hand, and carpals in your wrist. -
Anatomy of the Knee
The knee is a vulnerable joint that bears a lot of stress from everyday activities such as lifting and from high-impact activities such as jogging. -
Anatomy of the Male and Female Pelvis
The pelvis is a basin-shaped structure that supports the spinal column and protects the abdominal organs. -
Anatomy of the Shoulder
The shoulder is a complex joint with several layers, including bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. -
Anatomy of the Spine
Your backbone, also called the vertebral column, is made up of 33 vertebrae separated by spongy disks.
