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How is the structure of a hammer reated to its function?
The hammer is hard and heavy, which helps to drive the nail in. The flat surface is for striking, and the curved clawed surface is for prying.
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When diagnosed with 3c 4c 5c 6c bulging discs with severe head pain and pain in your neck radiating into shoulders left arm and tingling in your fingers what all can be done is there a pinched nerve?
If the disks are herniated (bulging is another term) the specific nerves causing your problems ARE being pinched/compressed by the disks - that's what happens when you herni…ate a disk. The diagnosis you describe is disk herniations between the C3/C4/C5/C6 vertebrae. I've had flattened disks between C5/6/7, with a resulting fusion operation to correct it as well. In my case I had no choice as my left arm was becoming paralyzed. I've also had 2 other major spinal surgeries. You should already have received some kind of treatment plan, likely Flexeril, and anti-inflammatory and / or a strong painkiller like Percocet or Vicodin. It's important that you DO NOT LIFT anything over a couple of pounds. I'm guessing that this happened as either a whiplash injury or something similar. If the problem is already causing tingling and numbness in your fingers you need to report that immediately to your doctor. If you're not already seeing a Neurosurgeon, you should be. Orthopedists are useless in spine and disk problems as they understand the bone aspects, but not the neurological complexities. A general doctor just doesn't have the expertise required to treat this. The reason you need to report it is that if you're having tingling/numbness in your fingers (especially if it's creeping its way from the tips to the knuckles) the disk inflammation isn't getting any better and the pressure is enough that it's starting to cut off the nerve impulses to your hand. Unless you get it looked at and treated, you could wind up with long term nerve damage or worse. I've already faced this and been through it, aside from dealing with these problems myself for over 20 years. In my case, within 2 weeks of the initial pain my left arm was almost paralyzed, and my fingers were numb from the fingertips to the first knuckle. The fusion I had included a bone graft from my right pelvic area as well as a plate. It is not something to take lightly. If your doctor is not treating it as a serious issue, you need to get another one fast. I cannot stress the importance of getting the disk pressure relieved off of the nerve in question, likely the C5/C6 disk. Also, do not do any activity requiring any lifting, arm strength, etc., and don't drive if you can avoid it. If you're not taking any anti-inflammatory drugs (which I'd be shocked if you weren't) you need to start. Message me and let me know what meds they have you on so far. I had this category started because this is the one area in my life in which I've dealt with for many years, and I've survived bad doctors, diagnoses, hospital mistakes, pain on scales you can't imagine (even now), and continuing spinal damage and severe pain. Hopefully I can help you and others avoid the bad things that I've been through. if you have specific questions don't hesitate to PM me. 2 sites you need to look at: American Pain Foundation - http://tinyurl.com/8thkgm Spine Universe - http://tinyurl.com/ysxy5l If you eventually require surgery, let me know as there are certain decisions you'll face where the wrong choice can have consequences down the road. TSD -RAVEN- - Category Supervisor ---- I hope this helps if someone told you all those disc were bulging you must have had a mri? I just went threw the same thing c5 c6 had a pinch nerve and they did therapy did another mri showed nerve wasnt pinch anymore anyway to make along story short have a Dr do a milogram and catscan this shows all around the disk. Worked for me just had a fushion on c5 c6. Hope this helps. (MORE)
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What is the structure and function of a serofuge?
A serofuge is a small centrifuge specifically designed to separate serum from cells and to complete blood cell washing procedures. Like a centrifuge, a serofuge has holes …to insert the centrifuge tubes in, a lid to protect both the samples and experimenter in case of malfunction, and a way to set the centrifuge speed and way to turn the centrifuge on and off. (MORE)
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How does the mitochondrion structure affect its function?
The mitochondrial structure affects its function because in its inner membrane, the cristae (folds) allow for more surface area which increases the amount of ATP that can be p…roduced by the mitochondria. (MORE)
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What is the functions of cell structure?
Cell membrane: Regulates movement of substances in and out of the cell Cell Wall: provides shape, protection and support Cytoskeleton: It controls the cell's shape and mo…vement Nucleus: it controls all cell functions, it is like the brain Ribosomes: it gives proteins to cells that need it (protein production) ED: (Smooth): makes lipids and gets rid of chemicals and poisons; (Rough): makes and modifies proteins Mitochondria: releases energy to cells Chloroplast: makes food that is green and is responsible for the color Central Vacuole: stores water and plant substances (MORE)
15 Symptoms Of Vitamin D Deficiency That Most People Ignore
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it may be time for you to get outside and catch some rays. … (MORE)
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17 Obvious Things You've Probably Never Thought Of
When it comes to basic facts, what you don't know can hurt you, or at the very least surprise you.… (MORE)
Simple Tricks Even an Old Dog (or Young Pup) Can Learn
As the saying goes, you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Some tricks, however, are so simple that even an old dog or new puppy can learn them. Just practice any of the follo…wing a few times a day with your dog. (MORE)
Anywhere But The Roof: Best Methods for Traveling With a Dog
While traveling with a dog down the open road makes for good memories, doing it properly takes some thought. Help you and your dog enjoy the time you spend journeying together… by keeping these tips in mind. (MORE)
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What is the function and structure of an enzyme?
Enzymes are substances that increase the speed of a chemical reaction. 1. A substrate attaches to an enzyms's active site. 2. The enzyme reduces the activation energy of the r…eaction. 3. The enzyme is not changes by this reaction. That is how a biology book explains it. I hope that helps you. (MORE)
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What is functional structure?
a functional structure is a bussiness term, it relates to the type of tree the bussiness has
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Structure and function of DNA?
DNA, or Deoxyribonucleic Acid, is formed of a double helix of nucleotides. Sugar-phosphate forms the "sides" and the nucleotides form the "ladder." There are adenine (A) a…nd thymine (T), and then there are cytosine (C) and guanine (G). DNA is what holds the biological code for something. It is DNA that decides what color hair, what color eyes, or what hereditary diseases and traits someone will have. (MORE)
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What does the c in iPhone 5c mean?
Some people say that the 'c' stands for cheap, because the iPhone 5 is made out of plastic (polycarbonate frame reinforced with steel). There is no answer to what the 'c' …means but it is presumed that it means colour because the 5c comes in 5 colors. (MORE)
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How do you fix your iPhone 5c when you can hear the sound but can not see the screen?
First thing to do when there is a problem is to perform a Hard Reset. Do this by holding the Power button and the Home button at the same time until the Apple logo shows. …Then wait for a minute or two and your iPhone should work. If that doesn't work, try taking a screenshot by quickly pressing the power button and home button at the same time. If the screen goes white then you know the screen still has some functionality. You may need to restore your iPhone. It is a good idea to regularly back up your Apple device just in case a problem like this happens. If this doesn't work either you should bring your iPhone to a Genius Bar at an Apple Retail Store. (MORE)