Strain Collection (#5)

Upper spine examination
MODEL RELEASED. Upper spine examination. Physiotherapist manipulating the thoracic (upper) region of a patients spine, during a spinal examination

Shoulder examination
MODEL RELEASED. Shoulder examination. Physiotherapist manipulating a patients arm during an examination of his shoulder joint. This is known as a glenohumeral examination

Stretching of trapezius back muscles
MODEL RELEASED. Stretching of trapezius back muscles. Physiotherapist using her crossed arms to raise a patients head and stretch the trapezius muscles of his upper back

Lumbar spine mobilisation treatment
MODEL RELEASED. Lumbar spine mobilisation treatment. Physiotherapist manipulating the lumbar (lower) region of a patients spine, during a spinal mobilisation treatment session

Cervical spine mobilisation treatment
MODEL RELEASED. Cervical spine mobilisation treatment. Physiotherapist manipulating the cervical (neck) region of a patients spine, during a spinal mobilisation treatment session

Apleys knee test
MODEL RELEASED. Apleys knee test. Physiotherapist performing an Apleys knee test to assess a patients knee injury. This test is carried out to diagnose knee cartilage injuries

Lachman knee ligament test
MODEL RELEASED. Lachman knee ligament test. Physiotherapist performing a Lachman test on a patients knee ligaments. This test is designed as an assessment of the knees anterior cruciate ligament

McMurrays knee joint test
MODEL RELEASED. McMurrays knee joint test. Physiotherapist performing a McMurrays knee joint test on a patient. The McMurray test is designed to assess injuries to the cartilage in the knee

Lower back pain, X-ray artwork
Back pain. Computer X-ray artwork of the rear view of the lower back of a human skeleton. The red area represents lower back pain (lumbago)

Neck pain, X-ray artwork
Neck pain. Computer X-ray artwork of a lateral view of a the bones of the neck. The front of the neck is at left. The red area represents neck pain (cervicalgia)

Back pain, X-ray artwork
Back pain. Computer X-ray artwork of the rear view of a human skeleton. The red area represents back pain (dorsalgia). Back pain usually originates from the muscles, nerves, bones

Chest pain, conceptual artwork. Man holding his chest in pain. This could represent heartburn, a heart condition (such as angina) or a heart attack

Avian influenza virus, TEM
Avian influenza virus, type A strain H5N1, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus was isolated in Vietnam, during the avian flu outbreak in early 2004

Lettuce leaves (Lactuca sativa) being washed under running water in a colander

Man with cramp

Cramp treatment

Back pain, conceptual artwork

Draining spaghetti. Boiling water being drained from cooked spaghetti through a colander

Pregnancy back pain
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman holding her painful back as the weight of the unborn child puts strain on her back muscles. She is 30 weeks pregnant. A full-term pregnancy lasts between 37 and 42 weeks

Vaccinia virus particle, TEM
Vaccinia virus particle, coloured transmission micrograph (TEM). Each particle is composed of a DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) genome surrounded by a protein coat and lipid envelope

H1N1 swine flu virus, SEM
H1N1 swine flu virus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of swine influenza (flu) virus particles (virions, yellow)

Influenza virus particle. Artwork showing the external structure of an influenza virus particle. The outer surface consists of two types of protein embedded in a lipid envelope

H5N3 influenza A virus particles, TEM
H5N3 influenza A virus particles. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of the H5N3 strain of influenza virus type A. All five H5 strains (H5N1, H5N2, H5N3, H5N8 and H5N9) cause bird flu

Avian influenza virus particles, TEM
Avian influenza virus particles. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a H5 strain of influenza virus type A. All five H5 strains (H5N1, H5N2, H5N3, H5N8 and H5N9) cause bird flu

H1N1 Influenza A virus particles, TEM
H1N1 Influenza A virus particles, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This influenza virus can infect multiple species

H5N1 avian influenza virus particles, TEM
H5N1 avian influenza virus particles, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). Each virus particle consists of ribonucleic acid (RNA)

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"Strain: A Captivating Exploration of Physical and Emotional Turmoil" Running injuries, conceptual artwork: In the race against time, our bodies can sometimes bear the strain of our ambitions. Body pain, artwork: Every ache and twinge tells a story of resilience and endurance in the face of physical strain. German Shepherd Horand: Even the strongest creatures can experience strain; their determination to protect often comes at a cost. Lower back pain, conceptual artwork: The weight we carry on our shoulders can manifest as an invisible burden that strains us from within. Upper back pain, conceptual artwork: As life's pressures mount upon us, they settle heavily upon our backs like an unwelcome guest causing strain. Flu virus particle, artwork F008 / 3245: Tiny but mighty, these microscopic invaders put immense strain on our immune systems as they wage war within us. Calculating Horse Power / W H Robinson: Straining every muscle and sinew to harness raw power is a testament to human ingenuity and ambition. Neck pain, conceptual artwork: The tension that grips our necks reflects the emotional burdens we carry—a silent reminder of unseen strains endured daily. A caver in Kingsdale master cave, Yorkshire Dales, UK (repeated twice): Exploring uncharted depths tests not only physical strength but also mental fortitude as one navigates through dark tunnels under tremendous strain. Australian General Electric Advertisement: More and more married men are taking up weightlifting. Out of the nine weightlifters who push their limits, Their muscles bulge with strength, Their sweat dripping with determination, Each rep represents another moment where they defy mediocrity, Straining for greatness amidst their busy lives.