myentric plexus
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Myenteric plexus (Auerbach plexus)

Introduction The myenteric plexus, also known as Auerbach’s plexus, is a network of nerve fibers and ganglia located in the muscular layer of the gastrointestinal tract. It is one of the two major plexuses of the enteric nervous system, which is a complex system of neurons that controls the functions of the digestive system. The…

Kurmasana
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Kurmasana (Tortoise Pose)

What is Kurmasana? Kurmasana gets its term from the Sanskrit word ‘Kurma’ means turtle or tortoise and ‘asana’ means posture or pose. It is a seating forward bending pose. Kurmasana is one of the core postures known to have more benefits for the human body. The health benefits of Tortoise pose can be maximized when…

Tibialis Posterior Muscle
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Tibialis posterior muscle

What is Tibialis posterior muscle? The muscle in the posterior aspect of the leg that is the most central and deepest is the Tibialis posterior. It is part of the deep group of muscles in the leg’s posterior compartment, along with the popliteus, flexor hallucis longus, and flexor digitorum longus. The tibia, fibula, and interosseous…

flexor hallucis longus muscle
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Flexor hallucis longus muscle

What is Flexor hallucis longus muscle? The flexor hallucis longus muscle is a muscle located in the deep posterior compartment of the leg. It originates from the posterior surface of the fibula and interosseous membrane, and courses along the back of the leg and ankle before inserting into the distal phalanx of the great toe….

suboccipital-nerve.
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Suboccipital Nerve

Introduction The suboccipital nerve is also referred to as the dorsal ramus of the first cervical nerve since it arises from the posterior/dorsal ramus of the first cervical spinal nerve (C1). The suboccipital nerve runs to the posterior neck region from its origin. This nerve follows the vertebral artery along its route, which is why…

Flexor Digitorum Longus Muscle
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Flexor digitorum longus muscle

What is the Flexor digitorum longus muscle? The flexor digitorum longus muscle is a long, thin muscle located in the deep posterior compartment of the leg, along with the tibialis posterior, flexor hallucis longus, and popliteus muscles. It originates from the posterior surface of the tibia, just below the knee joint, and from the interosseous…