Jonathan Blood Smyth

Fractures of the Tibial Plateau

The tibial plateau is the flat, expanded top of the shin bone or tibia which makes up the lower half of the knee joint. It is a very important part of the body for load bearing and any disruption of this area can cause abnormalities in alignment of the knee, knee stability and movement especially weight bearing and walking. Early recognition and treatment of this injury is vital to avoid the potential disability which... (posted by Jonathan Blood Smyth 2 years 163 days ago.)

The Human Wrist

The ability to position the fingers and thumb in precise postures is vital for the highly coordinated use of the hand and the wrist has a significant role to play in this function. The shoulder blade and the shoulder perform the gross positioning of the arm, the elbow places the hand at varying distances from the body, the forearm dictates the angle of the wrist and the wrist performs the final positioning of the hand. The closer to the... (posted by Jonathan Blood Smyth 2 years 196 days ago.)

The Knee-Part 2

As the knee approaches the position where it is going to lock the femur rotates inwards, a movement which is only small but vital to the normal function of the knee, indicating its great complexity beyond a simple hinge. The minor movements which occur internally in the joint are restricted in the knee and it cannot manage to lose any of these small motions without functional loss as a consequence. Accessory movements are the name given... (posted by Jonathan Blood Smyth 2 years 196 days ago.)

Pregnancy And Birth Related Injuries

Medical professionals are fully aware that a great deal of responsibility is involved in ensuring that the amount of care provided to the mother during the course of pregnancy and birth is of a high standard. There is always a great amount of risk involved in handling a pregnancy case, as complications can happen, therefore every step should be taken to prevent any complications from arising. The treatment of care... (posted by Jonathan Blood Smyth 2 years 197 days ago.)

Road Traffic Accident Claims

Being involved in a road traffic accident can often be a traumatic and frightening experience. If you have been lucky you will only have suffered some minor injuries and damage to your vehicle. However, in some situations the consequences of the road traffic accident can be far more catastrophic. Whether you have been a driver, motorcyclist, passenger, or pedestrian, if you've been involved in a road traffic accident that was... (posted by Jonathan Blood Smyth 2 years 197 days ago.)

What Does A Chiropractor Treat?

While everyone has heard of Chiropractors not everyone is familiar with what, exactly, it is that they do and how they help people. So what is a Chiropractor? Why do people seek out chiropractic treatment? How do Chiropractors treat their patients? This article will answer all of these questions. Chiropractors are medical professionals that specialize in diagnosing and treating injuries and disorders that are related to... (posted by Jonathan Blood Smyth 2 years 265 days ago.)