Web Links

Chapter 34: Protection, Support, and Locomotion

Web Links

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Human Locomotion Research

Scientists at UCLA are conducting research into how humans move. They hope to use their results to help victims of spinal cord injuries. Visit this site and read about the basic research. What is the difference between the "hierarchal model" and the "integrative model"?
( http://harkema.medsch.ucla.edu/ )

MedLine Plus - Skin, Hair and Nails Topics

What kinds of diseases affect the integumentary system? Choose one of the topics at this site and follow the links to learn more about the topic. Prepare a short presentation to share with the class.
( http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/skinhairandnails.html )

Visible Human

Follow the link to this site to learn about a project to create a complete three-dimensional view of the male and female body using CT and MRI images. Click on the link to view selected images and animations from the project.
( http://www.nlm.nih.gov/research/visible/visible_human.html )

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The Hosford Muscle Tables: Skeletal Muscles of the Human Body

Visit this site for a comprehensive explanation of human muscles. Muscles are organized by region and alphabetically. Locate the muscle group you are interested in and find out the origin and insertion of the muscle. What action does the muscle perform? Where does the blood for the muscle come from?
( http://www.ptcentral.com/muscles/ )

Nutrition for Optimal Exercise Recovery

The McKinley Health Center maintains this site that provides information on how to refuel your muscles and why it's necessary. Why is it important to include carbohydrates in your diet during physical exercise? Why should you drink real juice after exercise instead of a commercial sports drink?
( http://www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/Handouts/nutritoptimalrecover.html )

Why Do Muscles Fatigue?

The American Chemical Society hosts this site of FAQ's. What role does lactic acid have in muscle fatigue? What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?
( http://www.chemistry.org/portal/Chemistry?PID=acsdisplay.html&DOC=vc2%5C5qx%5Cqx5_muscles.html )

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History of Medical Diagnosis and Diagnostic Imaging

The science of x-rays and diagnostic imaging grew quickly during the early 1900's. Research has led to new technologies that enable doctors to see inside bodies without x-rays. Use the information from this site to develop a timeline showing the advances of diagnostic imaging from the first x-rays through magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
( http://www.imaginis.com/faq/history.asp )

Radioactivity - Historical Figures

Learn about five important scientists involved in the history of x-rays; Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, Antoine Henri Becquerel, Marie and Pierre Curie, and Ernest Rutherford.
( http://www.accessexcellence.org/AE/AEC/CC/historical_background.html )

X-Rays and Radiation

What does the National Institute of Health have to say about X-Rays and radiation? Visit this site to find out. Read through the overview and click on the appropriate link to find out how radiation affects the public. What are some potential risks associated with x-rays?
( http://cerhr.niehs.nih.gov/genpub/topics/x_ray-ccae.html )

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National Osteoporosis Foundation

The National Osteoporosis Foundation is dedicated to promoting lifelong bone health. Follow the links at this site to find out what osteoporosis is, how to prevent it, and possible treatments.
( http://www.nof.org/ )

NIH - Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases - National Resource Center

Find out what's new with regard to osteoporosis, research, prevention, and treatment.
( http://www.osteo.org )