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Lipoprotein Physiology & Pharmacology of LDLs, HDLs, & TAGs
In this video, we explore normal physiology of lipoprotein metabolism and the various medications that act at this pathway.
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Vertebrobasilar Artery Insufficiency Test | Rationale & Interpretation
In this video, I explain and demonstrate the vertebrobasilar artery insufficiency test (VAT). More specifically, we cover the procedure, what constitutes a (+) test, and how the test works anatomically.
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Suboccipital Triangle & Muscles | Palpation Technique & Rationale
In this video, I will demonstrate how to palpate the suboccipital triangle and the suboccipital muscles as a whole along with rationale and some considerations.
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The Trapezius EXPLAINED | Origin, Insertion, Action, & More
In this video, we explore the anatomy and functions of all parts of the trapezius. Specifically, we explore its structure, origin, insertion, actions, and innervation.
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Structure & Function of the Spinal Accessory Nerve (CN XI)
In this video, we explore the anatomy and physiology of the spinal accessory nerve.
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Spinal Accessory Nerve (CN XI) | Anatomy & Functions
In this video, we discuss the anatomy and functions of the spinal accessory nerve, cranial nerve XI.
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Slump Test | Rationale & Interpretation
In this video, we explore the slump test, a special test used in the diagnosis of condition such as lumbar radiculopathy. We also touch on its psychometrics including sensitivity and specificity.
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Sciatic Nerve Glides EXPLAINED
In this video, I explain and demonstrate two variations of the sciatic nerve glide, a treatment often used with adverse neurodynamics of the sciatic nerve.
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Sag Sign Test | Rationale & Interpretation
In this video, I explain and demonstrate the posterior sag sign test, a special test used in the assessment of PCL injuries. More specifically, we will cover the procedure, interpretation of results, and its psychometric properties.
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Glycogen Synthase Mechanism
In this video, we explore the catalytic mechanism of glycogen synthase, a key enzyme in glycogenesis.
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Cranial Nerve V - Trigeminal Nerve [Part 1] | Origin, Structure, Pathway & Function
In this video, we explore the following as it pertains to cranial nerve V; specifically, the motor components of the trigeminal nerve: Origin Anatomy Functions Pathway to the Brain
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Cyriax Release Test | Rationale & Interpretation
In this video, I explain and demonstrate the Cyriax release test, a special test used in the assessment of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS).
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Allopurinol Mechanism of Action for Gout
In this video, we explore the mechanism of allopurinol, a drug used in the treatment of gouty arthritis.
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The Vomeronasal Organ, Pheromones, & Mating Behavior
In this video, we explore the mechanism of pheromones by examining the structure, function, and pathway to the brain for Jacobson’s organ aka the vomeronasal organ.
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Why is Poop Brown? 💩 | Heme b Metabolism & Elimination
In this video, we explore the pathway for red blood cell destruction including the full degradation of heme b from the liver and spleen to renal and gastrointestinal elimination.
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Vertebral Artery | Structure & Functions
In this video, we discuss the structure and course of the vertebra artery from its subclavian source to its fusion into the basilar artery.
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TherEx | Triceps Surae Stretching [Gastrocnemius & Soleus]
In this video, I demonstrate and explain some basic stretches for the muscles comprising the triceps surae: gastrocnemius and soleus.
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Scapular Protractors | Origins, Insertions, Innervations, & Actions
In this video, we discuss the structure and functions, origins, insertions, innervations, and actions of the two scapular protractors: serratus anterior and pectoralis minor.
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GLUTEN! Mechanisms of Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity
In this video, we discuss the physiological and biochemical differences between celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, both of which actually do exist, but are diametrically different in mechanism.
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Deep Sural Muscles | FDL, FHL & Tibialis Posterior
In this video, we explore most of the deep sural muscles: flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, and tibialis posterior. More specifically we discuss their origins, insertions, innervation, blood supply, and actions. We also...
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Overview of Metabolism [Part 3] | Acetyl-CoA & Anaplerotic Reactions
This video is part of a series in which we do an overview of metabolism and pathways. Specifically, this video covers pathways associated with the citric acid [Krebs] cycle, the fates of Acetyl-CoA, and some important anaplerotic reactions.
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Lipoprotein Physiology [Part 1] | LDLs, HDLs, & TAGs
In this video, we explore normal physiology of lipoprotein metabolism and the various medications that act at this pathway.
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The Sartorius | Structure, Origin, Insertion, Action, and Innervation
In this video, we explore the sartorius muscle including origins, insertions, actions, and innervation.