Joints Collection (#4)

Foot ligaments and tendons, artwork C016 / 7010
Foot ligaments and tendons. Artwork of the bones, ligaments (white, between bones), and tendons (white, muscle-bone) of the foot and the ankle joint from the side

Elbow pain C016 / 9661
MODEL RELEASED. Elbow pain

Shoulder pain C016 / 9662
MODEL RELEASED. Shoulder pain

Lumbar spine fusion, artwork C016 / 6993
Lumbar spine fusion. Artwork of pins and screws inserted into a patients lumbar spine in a case of spinal fusion. The pins hold together the patients vertebrae

Atlanto-occipital joint, artwork C016 / 6554
Atlanto-occipital joint. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the atlanto-occipital joint, as seen from behind (posterior view)

Wrist pain C016 / 9660
MODEL RELEASED. Wrist pain

Wrist joint anatomy, artwork C016 / 6549
Wrist joint anatomy. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the wrist joint, in longitudinal section. The left hand has been sectioned in a palmar aspect to expose the synovial

Atlanto-occipital joint, artwork C016 / 6557
Atlanto-occipital joint. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the atlanto-occipital joint, as seen from the side in a medial sagittal section. The rear of the spine is at right

Little and ring finger flexion, artwork C016 / 6794
Little and ring finger flexion. Artwork of the muscles of the forearm and hand from the front, with red arrows showing the direction of movement of the little and ring (fourth and third)

Vertebral joints of the neck, artwork C016 / 6551
Vertebral joints of the neck. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the cervical (neck) region of the spine (vertebral column)

Atlanto-axial joint, artwork C016 / 6552
Atlanto-axial joint. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the atlanto-axial joint of the upper neck, as seen from above. The rear of the spine is at bottom

Atlanto-occipital joint, artwork C016 / 6553
Atlanto-occipital joint. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the atlanto-occipital joint, as seen from behind (posterior view)

Hand pain C016 / 9659
MODEL RELEASED. Hand pain

Atlanto-occipital joint, artwork C016 / 6556
Atlanto-occipital joint. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the atlanto-occipital joint, as seen from behind (posterior view)

Shoulder joint anatomy, artwork C016 / 6548
Shoulder joint anatomy. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the shoulder and pectoral girdle, as seen from the front

Hand ligaments and tendons, artwork
Hand bones and cartilage. Artwork of the bones and cartilage (white, ends of bones) of the hand and the wrist joint from the rear (dorsal) side

Sternoclavicular joint, artwork C016 / 6550
Sternoclavicular joint. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the sternoclavicular joint, as seen from the front

Skull sutures, 3D CT scan C016 / 6403
Skull sutures. 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the surface of a human skull, showing the sutures. Sutures are a type of rigid fibrous joint where the bones of the skull join

Atlanto-occipital joint, artwork C016 / 6555
Atlanto-occipital joint. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the atlanto-occipital joint, as seen from behind (posterior view)

Dorsiflexion of the foot, artwork C016 / 6797
Dorsiflexion of the foot. Artwork of the muscles of the foot from the side, with red arrows showing the direction of movement when flexing the foot in the direction of its upper (dorsal)

Arthritic hand and walking stick C015 / 8808
MODEL RELEASED. Arthritic hand and walking stick. Hand of an 82-year-old woman holding a walking stick. The joints are deformed by polyarthritis

Elderly woman C015 / 8811
MODEL RELEASED. Elderly woman. 82-year-old woman lying on a sofa with a hot water bottle. The joints in her hands are deformed by polyarthritis

Elderly woman and carer C015 / 8814
MODEL RELEASED. Elderly woman and carer. Woman caring for an 82-year-old woman who is using a walking stick. The joints of the elderly womans hands are deformed by polyarthritis

Elderly woman and carer C015 / 8815
MODEL RELEASED. Elderly woman and carer. Woman caring for an 82-year-old woman who is using a walking stick. The joints of the elderly womans hands are deformed by polyarthritis

Arthritic hand C015 / 8813
MODEL RELEASED. Arthritic hand. Hand of an 82-year-old woman resting on her leg. The joints are deformed by polyarthritis, a term for arthritis that has affected multiple joints

Elderly woman and carer C015 / 8819
MODEL RELEASED. Elderly woman and carer. Woman caring for an 82-year-old woman who is using a walking stick. The joints of the elderly womans hands are deformed by polyarthritis

Elderly woman C015 / 8812
MODEL RELEASED. Elderly woman. 82-year-old woman sitting on a sofa. The joints in her hands are deformed by polyarthritis, a term for arthritis that has affected multiple joints

Arthritic hand and walking stick C015 / 8809
MODEL RELEASED. Arthritic hand and walking stick. Hand of an 82-year-old woman holding a walking stick. The joints are deformed by polyarthritis

Elderly woman C015 / 8810
MODEL RELEASED. Elderly woman. 82-year-old woman resting her arms on her legs while sitting down. The joints in her hands are deformed by polyarthritis

Arthritic hands, X-ray C018 / 0534
Arthritic hands. Coloured X-ray of the hands of a 72 year old patient with rheumatoid arthritis. The wrist and finger joints have become inflamed and swollen

Arthritic hands, X-ray C018 / 0532
Arthritic hands. X-ray of the hands of a 72 year old patient with rheumatoid arthritis. The wrist and finger joints have become inflamed and swollen

Osteoarthritis of the thoracic spine C017 / 0702
Osteoarthritis. False colour x-ray of the thorarcic spine of a 64 year old man with osteoarthritis. The arthritic vertebrae are closer together and have rough and ragged edges

Arthritic hands, X-ray C017 / 7180
Arthritic hands, X-ray

Radiologist examining a hand X-ray C014 / 1289
MODEL RELEASED. Radiologist examining a hand X-ray

Sore shoulder C014 / 1333
MODEL RELEASED. Sore shoulder

Sore shoulder C014 / 1334
MODEL RELEASED. Sore shoulder

Wrist brace C014 / 1312
MODEL RELEASED. Wrist brace. Man wearing a wrist brace. This device is designed to protect and support his injured wrist as it heals, or to prevent injury during sport

Hip joint bones and anatomy, artwork C014 / 2031
Hip joint bones and anatomy. Artwork of the bones that form the two hip joints (right and left). The hip is a ball-and-socket joint that provides the mobility needed for walking and running

Honey bee head, SEM C016 / 8018
Honey bee head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its large compound eyes (left and right), mouthparts (lower centre)

Honey bee head, SEM C016 / 8022
Honey bee head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its large compound eyes (left and right), mouthparts (lower centre)

Honey bee antennae, SEM C016 / 8019
Honey bee antennae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the top of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing the articulated base of the antennae

Honey bee foot, SEM C016 / 8021
Honey bee foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the leg of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its articulated foot. Magnification: x181, when printed 10 centimetres high

Honey bee foot, SEM C016 / 8020
Honey bee foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the leg of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its articulated foot. Magnification: x24, when printed 10 centimetres high

Honey bee foot, SEM C016 / 8017
Honey bee foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the leg of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its articulated foot. Magnification: x113, when printed 10 centimetres high

Honey bee antennae, SEM C016 / 8016
Honey bee antennae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing the articulated base of the antennae

Honey bee antennae, SEM C016 / 8013
Honey bee antennae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing the articulated base of the antennae

Calf muscles, artwork
Calf muscles. Computer artwork of a posterior view of some of the muscles and tendons of the calves and their attachment to the bones of the leg

Shoulder pain, artwork C013 / 5925
Shoulder pain, computer artwork

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"Exploring the Intricacies of Joints: A Journey through History and Anatomy" In this captivating journey, we delve into the world of joints, those remarkable connectors that enable movement and grace. Just like a palmistry map of the hand reveals secrets etched in our skin, so do joints hold tales of strength and resilience. Traveling back to 1855, we encounter a beef cuts diagram that showcases the intricate network within these joints. Stepping into a bustling butchers shop on High Street in Shoreham-by-Sea, Sussex during the 1920s, we witness a trailblazing woman butcher skillfully dissecting meat with precision. Zooming even closer under an electron microscope's lens, an ant's joint appears as a marvelously engineered masterpiece. Meanwhile, X-ray images expose bunions lurking beneath layers of flesh – silent reminders that even our they are bear burdens. Conceptual artworks emerge next; knee pain depicted as swirling colors and shapes evokes empathy for those grappling with discomfort. Joint pain takes form in abstract strokes on canvas - capturing both physical anguish and emotional strain. A black-and-white photograph from 1802 brings forth engravings showcasing beef, veal, pork, and mutton cuts – each slice revealing unique joint structures designed by nature herself. Historical artwork delves deeper into biomechanics - unraveling how forces interact within these pivotal connections. Conceptual art resurfaces once more to shed light on running injuries; brushstrokes depict shattered dreams amidst vibrant hues. Yet hope remains as another artwork illustrates leg muscles engaged in running - reminding us that healing is possible when nurtured with care. As we conclude this enlightening expedition through time and anatomy alike, let us appreciate the beauty hidden within every joint. For they are not mere hinges but rather gateways to mobility and vitality – connecting us all in our shared human experience.