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      Introduction Osteopathy is a therapeutic approach that aims to improve the overall health of the patient by focusing on the balance and functionality of the musculoskeletal system. Using manual techniques to treat mobility restrictions, osteopathy seeks to stimulate the body's self-healing abilities. Developed in the late 19th century by Andrew...

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        Introduction: Environmental Challenges and Biomechanical Evolution As Part 2 of the ongoing series Biomechanics of Evolution, this installment delves into the diverse and complex ways organisms have adapted their structures and movements to survive under extreme environmental pressures. Evolution has shaped species across the planet, each biome and habitat offering...

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          Lumbar Radiculopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

          Lumbar radiculopathy is a very common cause of lower back and leg pain, resulting in acute or chronic disability. It is defined as a focal neurological impairment in a specific myotomal and/or dermatological distribution due to nerve root compression or irritation. Common patient complaints include low back pain with pain radiating to the lower extremity, lower extremity weakness, and/or sensory changes such as numbness or tingling. Men are more frequently affected than women. Men are usually affected after the age of 40, while women are affected between the ages of 50 and 60.

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          Introduction Pregnancy is a time of intense and profound transformations for the female body, which is not only limited to the development of the fetus, but also considerably affects posture and general balance. As the body adapts to meet the growing needs of the unborn child, a series of biomechanical...

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            Distal Clavicle Osteolysis: A Mechanical Challenge for Weightlifters

            Introduction Weightlifting, a physically and mentally demanding discipline, relies on brute strength, technique, and perseverance. Athletes engaged in this practice subject their bodies to extreme loads, making it a sport where musculoskeletal injuries are common. Among these injuries, osteolysis of the distal clavicle, also known as "weightlifter's shoulder," stands out...

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