Joints Collection (#8)

Osteoarthritis of hip joints, X-ray
Hip joint osteoarthritis. Coloured X-ray of the pelvis of a 72-year-old woman showing areas of osteoarthritis of the hip joints (orange)

Bunions. Each of these fluid-filled pads covers the joint of the big toe. The majority of bunions are caused by the condition hallux valgus

Dengue fever virus particles, TEM

Dengue fever virus replication, TEM

X-ray diagnosis
MODEL RELEASED. X-ray diagnosis. Doctor examining an X-ray of a hand

Osteoarthritic pelvis, X-ray
Osteoarthritis. Coloured X-ray of the pelvis of a 52-year-old man showing areas of osteoarthritis (orange). The two femurs (upper leg bones)

Arthritic joint. Conceptual image of an arthritic joint (red and white) surrounded by healthy joints (white). The healthy joints have smooth, well- defined edges

Arthritis joints
Arthritic joints. Computer artwork of a skeleton, showing arthritic joints in pink. Arthritis is a degenerative disease that causes the loss of the protective cartilage between joints

Broken arm and dislocated wrist. Coloured X-ray showing a fracture (centre) of the radius bone in the forearm and a dislocation of the wrist joint at the end of the ulna bone (centre left)

Dislocated finger

Osteoporosis of the hip, X-ray
Osteoporosis. Coloured X-ray of the hip of a 43 year old woman showing reduced bone density (brown patchy area) in the head of the thigh bone (femur, centre right)

Marfans syndrome

Arthritic hand, computer artwork. The finger and wrist joints are inflamed and swollen. Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by the immune system attacking the bodys own tissues

Arthritic hand, conceptual artwork. Arthritis is a degenerative disease that results in the loss of cartilage between joints (red), causing pain and inflammation

Arthritic hands, X-ray
Arthritic hands. Coloured X-ray of the deformed hands of a patient suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. The patients fingers are abnormally bent because of damage to the joints

Arthritic hand bones
Arthritis. Coloured X-ray of arthritis affecting the joints of the hand. The thumb joint is seen to be both rougher and misaligned compared to a normal joint

Ankylosing spondylitis X-ray
Ankylosing spondylitis. Coloured X-ray of the spine of a patient with ankylosing spondylitis, a form of arthritis. This is the lumbar region in the lower back

Bony spurs in neck, X-ray
Bony spurs in neck, coloured X-ray. Bony spurs (osteophytes, left) grow from the vertebrae as a normal part of the aging process

Raw meat in a butchers shop

Disarticulated skull, computer artwork
Skull. Computer artwork of a view of a disarticulated human skull. An adult skull is normally made up of 22 bones and can be subdivided into two parts: the cranium and the mandible (lower jaw bone)

Skull, computer artwork
Skull. Computer artwork of an opaque view of a human skull. An adult skull is normally made up of 22 bones and can be subdivided into two parts: the cranium and the mandible (lower jaw bone)

Pelvis bones, artwork

The bones of the foot
3D medical illustration of a left side view of the bones of the left foot, showing the metatarsal phalangeal joints

Normal lower leg, X-ray
Normal lower leg, coloured frontal X-ray. The tibia (shinbone, left) and the smaller fibula (centre) articulate with the foot bones (bottom) to form the ankle joint

Skeleton running, computer artwork

Rheumatoid arthritis
MODEL RELEASED. Rheumatoid arthritis. General practitioner examining a patients hand for signs of rheumatoid arthritis. This condition is caused by the immune system attacking the bodys own tissues

Syndecan-4 molecule
Molecular stick reprensation of the syndecan-4 molecule. It plays an important role in the cartilage breakdown in osteoarthritis

Ribcage, computer artwork
Ribcage. Computer artwork of the pectoral girdle and ribcage as seen from the front

Arthritic hand, X-ray
Arthritic hand, coloured X-ray

Aged hand, artwork

Healthy pelvis, 3D CT scan
Coloured three-dimensional (3D) computed tomography (CT) scan in front view of the healthy pelvis in a 52 year old patient showing the sacrum of the spine, pelvic bones

Arthritic hands
MODEL RELEASED. Arthritic hands. Hands of a person that have become deformed due to arthritis. Arthritis is a degenerative condition that affects the joints causing inflammation and pain

Rheumatoid arthritis of the hip, X-ray
Coloured X-ray (front view) of the pelvis in a 58 year old patient showing rheumatoid arthritis of the hip joint (at right)

Female pelvis, artwork. The lowest lumbar vertebra of the spinal column (top centre) forms a joint with the sacrum (triangular)

Fuel poverty
MODEL RELEASED. Fuel poverty. Elderly womans hands holding a fuel bill, representing fuel poverty. She is 90 years old. The elderly often live on reduced incomes

Bone death, artwork
Bone death. Computer artwork of a human hip and knee joint affected by osteonecrosis - death of the bone tissue. This condition is caused by an impaired blood supply to the bone cells

Spine in Hurler Syndrome, X-ray
Spine in Hurler Syndrome. Coloured X-ray of the spine of a 26-month-old child with Hurler syndrome (also called mucopolysaccharidosis type I, MPS I)

Rehabilitation exercises, artwork
Rehabilitation exercises. Computer artwork showing a man performing exercises as part of physical therapy aimed at maintaining and restoring maximum movement following an injury

Types of joint, artwork
Types of joint, computer artwork. Stylised diagrams showing the different types of joints found in the human body and the movements they allow

Human and ape anatomy. Artwork comparing the anatomy of a human (left) and an ape (right). Both are primates, but as humans

Human spine model. Model of a human vertebral column (spine) showing a number of its vertebrae (white discs). The spine is the central supporting structure of the human body

Normal knee, X-ray
Normal knee, coloured frontal X-ray. The tibia (shin bone, bottom centre) and the smaller fibula (bottom right) articulate with the femur (thigh bone, top) to form the knee joint

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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.