Multiple Sclerosis
My STEAM project is on multiple sclerosis and how it relates to the central nervous system. We talked about the nervous system for Unit 6 and I wanted to write about how something that seems relatively simple can be so important when it comes to the nervous system. My media …
Nucleic Acids in DNA and the Language they Create
I chose to do my final project on DNA, specifically the acids in DNA. The nucleic acid in DNA creates a language that stores information about who we are on a genetic level. This language nucleic acids make is referred to as codons. For my media, I made a 3D …
Rotator Cuff Tendinits
Topic: Rotator Cuff Tendinitis Objective: Relate the interaction of muscles and the skeletal system Rotator cuff tendinitis is very common in athletes who exert the muscles in their shoulders continuously, like tennis, volleyball, swimming, heavy lifting, gymnastics, etc. The tendonitis is due to the injury of the tendons, although this …
SYNDESMOTIC FIBULAR FRACTURE
For my STEAM project, I chose to do syndesmosis injury that results from fibular fractures and the use of open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) to help achieve optimal bone repair. This primarily relates to the objective “know the stages of bone development and repair”. For my media, I’m presenting …
How Primary Lateral Sclerosis Affects the Brain
Primary Lateral Sclerosis affects the brain by causing motor neuron degeneration, this can lead to atrophy to different areas of the brain, such as the Partial-Occipital region, which is shown compared to a healthy brain below. The objective of my project is “describe how a muscle contraction is induced”
Lower Back Pain Prevention Card Set – take it to go!
This card set is intended to provide the user with quick and easy mobilization, stretching and muscle relaxation exercises. The exercises are easy to understand and can be completed at the working place. I focused on the lower back when choosing exercises because many people experience acute or chronic back …