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Growth Plate Quiz

True or false: The growth plate most often fractured is in the ankle? Learn the answers to important questions about the growth plate by taking this quiz.

Understanding Joint Pain

Sprained ankles and wrists, arthritic knees and hips and torn rotator cuffs all have one thing in common: They result in joint pain.

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 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 Spine

Your backbone, also called the vertebral column, is made up of 33 vertebrae separated by spongy disks.

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 Foot

Your feet are susceptible to many stresses. Foot pain and problems can cause pain, inflammation, or injury.