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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 …

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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

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