Osteology Collection (#7)

Bone death, X-ray
Bone death. Coloured X-ray of the shaft of a human long bone showing tissue death (osteonecrosis, brown). This may be caused by a blood clot or embolus that interrupts the blood supply

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 elbow, X-ray

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

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

Normal lower jaw, X-ray
Normal lower jaw. Coloured profile X-ray of a human mandible (lower jaw). This is attached to the skull (top) by the temporomandibular joint (TMJ, upper left)

Amputated toe, X-ray
Amputated toe. Coloured frontal (left) and oblique (right) X-rays of a foot of a diabetic, showing an amputated second toe

Vertebra, SEM
Vertebra. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a single vertebra, part of the vertebral column (spine). The spine is a column of 33 vertebrae (in humans)

Pinned foot bone fracture, X-ray
Pinned foot bone fracture. Coloured X-rays of the right foot, showing a metal plate and screws (white) in the foot bone beneath the little toe (upper right)

Temporary ankle immobilisation, X-ray
Temporary ankle immobilisation, coloured profile X-ray. These long pins (white rods) are holding the bone fragments in position until they can be operated on and reset properly

Normal torso, CT scan
Normal torso, coloured frontal computed tomography (CT) scan. This is a scout image showing the bones of the spine (vertebrae, centre)

Bunion, X-ray
Bunion. Coloured X-ray of a bunion (hallux valgus, upper right), the swelling of the joint between the big toe and the first metatarsal bone in the foot

Pinned wrist fracture, X-ray
Pinned wrist fracture, coloured frontal X-ray. A pi-plate (white) has been inserted to treat a displaced distal radius (large lower arm bone) fracture

Osteoporotic bone, SEM
Osteoporotic bone, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Osteoporosis (brittle bone disease) causes a reduction in bone density and an increase in porosity

Fractured hip bone, artwork
Fractured hip bone. Computer artwork of the bones of the hip showing a break (yellow) in the femoral neck

Bird bone tissue, SEM
Bird bone tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cancellous (spongy) bone from a robin. This tissue, found in the interior of bones

Lumbar spine and sacrum, computer artwork
Lumbar spine and sacrum, side view, computer artwork. The bones of the spine (vertebrae) are blue and the intervertebral discs are red. The sacrum is at bottom

Lumbar spine, computer artwork
Lumbar spine, side view, computer artwork. The bones of the spine (vertebrae) are blue and the intervertebral discs are red

Primate finger bone, SEM

Bone-setting mechanism, 18th century

Bone softening, 18th century

Whale bone sample, light micrograph

Bone tissue, light micrograph

Georges Pouchet, French naturalist
Georges Pouchet (1833-1894), French naturalist. Pouchet, the son of the naturalist Felix Pouchet, worked as an anatomist at the Museum of Natural History in Paris, France

Osteoclast bone cells, artwork
Osteoclast bone cells. Computer artwork of normal osteoclasts (green) in the lacunae (spaces) of bone tissue. Osteoclasts remodel bone by degrading

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

Hip fracture, digital X-ray
Hip fracture. Digital frontal X-ray of the pelvis and hips of a patient in their mid eighties. This patient has a fracture of the neck of their left femur (upper leg bone)

Osteoporotic bone, artwork
Osteoporosis. Computer artwork of osteoporotic bone. Osteoporosis (brittle bone disease) causes a reduction in overall bone mass and an increase in the bones porosity

Amputated fingertip, X-ray
Amputated fingertip. Coloured X-ray of the 4th and 5th fingers of a hand where the end of the 5th (little) finger has been amputated (red)

Bone growth, artwork
Bone growth. Computer artwork showing the development and growth of a long bone. Behind the epiphysis (head) is an area of spongy bone consisting of trabeculae filled with bone marrow (green)

Main in pain, artwork
Main in pain, computer artwork

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

Osteoporosis, artwork
Osteoporosis. Artwork of vertical sections comparing the upper parts of a healthy femur (left) and one with reduced bone mass (right)

Osteoporosis in the skull, X-ray
Osteoporosis in the skull. Coloured X-ray of the skull of a 71-year-old person with osteoporosis. Osteoporosis (brittle bone disease)

Melorheostosis of the shoulder, X-ray
Melorheostosis of the shoulder. X-ray of 59-year-old patients shoulder, showing damage (dense white, upper right) caused by melorheostosis

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)

Osteoarthritis of the knee, artwork
Osteoarthritis of the knee. Computer artwork showing a knee joint affected by osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that involves degradation of the bone

Skull bones, artwork
Skull bones. Computer artwork showing the major bones of the human skull. These are: frontal (purple, upper left), parietal (green/beige, upper right), occipital (blue, lower right), temporal (pink)

Shin splints, artwork
Shin splints. Computer artwork of a lower leg showing an area of the tibia (shin bone) affected by medial tibial stress syndrome, or shin splints

Fractured pelvis, X-ray
Fractured pelvis. Coloured X-ray of fractures (red) in the pelvis. The head of the femur (thigh bone) articulates with the acetabulum to form the hip joint

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

Fractured arm, X-ray
Fractured arm. Coloured X-ray of the front view of a fractured upper arm bone (humerus). The fracture is at centre (red), half way down the bone

Football kick, skeleton artwork
Football kick. Computer artwork showing a skeleton in the process of kicking a football (not seen). The outline of the body can also be seen

Fractured femur, X-ray
Fractured femur. X-ray of a patient with a total hip replacement who has fractured their femur (thigh bone). The fracture (centre right) has occurred towards the end of the implant (solid white)

Dislocated hip replacement, X-ray
Dislocated hip replacement. Frontal X-ray of the pelvis of a patient with bi-lateral (both sides) total hip replacements. The right joint replacement (right) has become dislocated

Skeletons head, artwork
Skeletons head. Computer artwork showing the bones of the head, neck and shoulders of a human skeleton that is lying down

Skeleton X-ray, artwork
Skeleton X-ray, computer artwork. This depiction of a full body X-ray shows the 206 bones of the human skeleton in a normal standing position

Skeletons feet, artwork
Skeletons feet. Computer artwork showing the bones of the feet of a human skeleton that is lying down

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Osteology, the fascinating study of bones and skeletal structures, unveils a world of intricate details and medical advancements. From total hip replacements to X-ray imaging, this field has revolutionized the way we understand and treat bone-related conditions. In the realm of orthopedics, total hip replacement surgeries have become a game-changer for those suffering from debilitating joint pain. With cutting-edge techniques and prosthetic materials, these procedures restore mobility and improve quality of life. Delving into history, Calots spinal surgery in the 19th century stands as a testament to human resilience. Despite limited resources and knowledge at that time, surgeons courageously ventured into complex spinal operations with remarkable outcomes. Artwork captures both the beauty and vulnerability of our skeletal system. A damaged knee ligament depicted in brushstrokes reminds us of how delicate our bodies can be. Meanwhile, a running skeleton portrayed through art showcases strength and agility even in its bare form. X-ray artwork takes us beneath the surface to reveal hidden stories within our bones. Skeletons captured by this technique offer an ethereal glimpse into their structure while evoking curiosity about their past lives. An X-ray artwork showcasing a skeleton from below adds another dimension to our understanding of anatomy. It invites contemplation on how every angle tells a different story about our body's framework. Sometimes even mundane ailments find artistic expression through X-rays. A headache immortalized as an artwork serves as a reminder that even seemingly minor discomforts can leave traces within us. Fractured ankle X-rays remind us that bones are not invincible; they can break under pressure or unfortunate circumstances. Yet with modern medicine's intervention, healing is possible once again. Microscopic exploration reveals wonders too small for the naked eye to behold. Compact bone viewed under light micrograph exposes its intricate structure like never before – reminding us that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to osteology.