orbicularis oris
Orbicularis Oris A complex of muscles in the lips encircling the mouth Synonyms: kissing muscle Symptoms: Difficulty opening and closing mouth, and speaking Conditions: Satchmo’s syndrome
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Palmar Carpal Ligament
Palmar Carpal Ligament The Palmar Carpal Ligament forms the roof of the Guyon’s (ulnar) canal along the palmaris brevis muscle. Synonyms: volar carpal ligament Symptoms:. Weakness, “pins and needles”, numbness Conditions: Carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia
Pancreas
Pancreas The pancreas is situated behind teh stomach in the upper left abdomen . It has an essential role in converting the food we eat into fuel for the body’s cells. It has two main functions – helping with digestion and regulating blood sugar. Synonyms: Symptoms: severe belly pain, nausea, low blood pressure, rapid heart …
Patella
Patella The patella is a flat rounded bone at the front of the knee which covers the knee joint . It is a bridge between the quad muscle and your lower leg. Synonyms: kneecap Symptoms: swelling, tenderness Conditions: Tendonitis, patellofemoral pain syndrome
patellar ligament
Patellar Ligament/Tendon The patellar ligament or tendon attaches the patella to the tibia and is part of the extensor mechanism of the knee Synonyms: Symptoms: Inflammation, Conditions: Tear, tendonitis
Pectoralis major
Pectoralis Muscles The two main muscles of the chest – Major and Minor Synonyms: . Thoracic Symptoms: Swelling, reduced movement, stiffness, weakness Conditions: Strain, tear
Phalanges
Phalanges Phalanges are the bones which make up the fingers of the hand and toes Synonyms: Symptoms: Bruising, tenderness, swelling Conditions: Fracture, deformity, arthritis
Pharynx
Pharynx the part of the throat behind the mouth and nasal cavity and above the oesophagus. Synonyms: Throat Symptoms: Sore throat, muscle aches, swollen glands Conditions: Pharyngitis, strep throat, glandular fever
Pinna
Pinna The external part of the ear Synonyms: Outer ear Symptoms: Infection, Swelling Conditions: Perichondritis
Pisiform
Pisiform the pisiform bone is one of the eight carpal bones and is found where the ulnar joins the wrist. Synonyms: Pea bone Symptoms: Swelling, numbness, weakness in wrist. Conditions:. Fracture, bursitis