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3D Human Brain Model Q & A

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Are there options for having a 3D human brain model combined with a system model for conditions such as hypertension and diabetes?

A full hypertension model or diabetes model will include a representation of the human brain. This style of 3D human brain model is designed to highlight the effects of these two conditions on the brain. This highlights the very real increased risk of stroke. The brain in these models shows the internal structure with the stroke occurring within one of the lobes of the brain. Very detailed anatomical representation of the brain is not common in these models since the goal is an overall understanding of the disease or medical condition. A good option is to combine a basic brain model with the model that shows all conditions associated with the specific disease. This allows for more detail when necessary without confusing the information supplied on the disease model.

What is the best type of 3D human brain model for an advanced anatomy class or laboratory?

An ideal 3D human brain model for advanced types of study is a brain that is located in the skull but also fully removable. This unique combination of brain and skull model provides the student will a good understanding of how the brain is located in the skull and where brain sections correspond to the outside of the skull itself. The brain model that is removable allows from maximum understanding of the healthy brain as well as the various common pathologies. If the brain can be removed and divided, a greater number of pathologies can be clearly and effectively represented. In addition details provided on an educational card that corresponds to the brain model provides further information of the pathologies depicted. This is an ideal study tool and one that is both interesting and engaging for student's to use in basic or advanced level anatomy and physiology classes.

I need a basic 3D human brain model that clearly shows the parts of the brain. Is there a detailed option that doesn't include any pathologies?

A basic 3D human brain model shows the right side of a human brain with all the external and major internal features. This is sometimes referred to as a sensory motor brain. Each component or part of the brain is colored differently to contrast and provide clarity as to the various sections. This brain is a normal size adult brain that is free from any pathology. The major focus of this model is to allow students and patients to clearly distinguish the various parts of the brain. This includes the lobes as well as the internal structures. Details include the olfactory bulb, optic nerve, optic chiasm, mammillary body and the medulla oblongata which are all associate with sensory functions.

This type of 3D human brain model is very beneficial in all types of educational settings as well as in working with patients. For example, using this model with stroke survivors is helpful in explaining the deficits they are experiencing as well as the options for rehabilitation and recovery.

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What are the best options for using anatomical skeleton models in teaching?

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

There are as many different types of brain anatomy models as there are teaching activities that have to do with the brain. There are really no right or wrong brain anatomy models; it is just a matter of how detailed and exact you want the training to be. For basic classes brain anatomy models that feature the major brain components in easy to identify, color coded types of representations are the basics. For more advanced students and study the use of brain anatomy models that include fluid flow patterns, major blood vessels and brain systems as well as the details of the brain stem and cervical vertebrae are also important. What types of classes or students use brain anatomy models?
Since the brain is the control center of the body, almost any type of medical class, human biology, physiology or dentistry class will need to have some knowledge of the function and structure of brain parts. Classes that include therapy, trauma and injury management and rehabilitation will also benefit from brain anatomy models that help the students to understand how nerve damage, blood flow and even neck and back injuries or brain injury can lead to other corresponding health concerns and symptoms.
Using the more advanced types of brain anatomy models that clearly show, in larger than life sizes, the various structures of the brain are ideal for larger groups. Life sized brain anatomy models are great for individual study, so combining the two types for both individual review and large group study is highly recommended. Transparent sections in brain anatomy models that allow students to see into the various sections of the brain in relation to the outside structures of the face and head is also an important part of most types of teaching and learning. Why are some brain anatomy models on a base and some are not?
Brain anatomy models that are permanently mounted on a base are good for large group demonstration but also for individual study. The permanent base on these brain anatomy models gives a fixed point of study, plus it provides the students with an accurate representation with regards to the physical location of the brain parts within the skull. This can be very important when the cervical vertebrae are also included in the brain anatomy models as the spinal column of the neck often forms the base for the model.
Brain anatomy models that aren't found on a base are good for students or patients to be able to move and manipulate the brain or to look at highly specialized internal elements or parts of the brain. In some cases the brain may be mounted on a base but may also be completely removable, providing the opportunity for spatial relationship of the brain structures and the head as well as up close, individual study of the various brain parts. Selecting one of these types of brain anatomy models may provide several teachable options for both students and patient consultation.

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How detailed are anatomical skull models?

Monday, July 27, 2009

The very latest in technology when it comes to recreating castes and replications of the finest structures in the skull allows an amazing amount of detail in the newest anatomical skull models. The very crevices, ridges and small protrusion of the interior and exterior parts of the skull and jawbone can be easily seen in lifelike quality, as if studying an actual human skull. The newer types of anatomical skull models are also very light weight, however they do have the coloration and texture of actual human bone, providing a very accurate presentation for a student or patient to examine. There are different levels of detail to choose from when selecting anatomical skull models. It may not always be important to have the very finest details, however in most teaching situations the more accurate the model the more effective the teaching and learning will be. Is it possible to have the cervical bones and dental aspects included in anatomical skull models? There are several different types of anatomical skull models that include both the cervical vertebrae as well as different aspects of the dental structure of the upper and lower jaws. Since this information is important to more than just medical students, these models are popular with dental students, physical therapy students, chiropractor trainings and other technician type trainings. Including more than just the skull allows students and others to understand how different injuries or issues within the jaw or the spine could result in other health issues that may not, at least at first glance, seem to be related physiologically. For teaching or patient consultation options most skulls come with color coding with regards to the major areas of the brain as well as blood flow through major vessels and color coding of the major nerves. Some skull models also have model brains contained within the skull, perfect for understanding and viewing both the internal and external anatomical skull models. What are the best options for anatomical skull models for teaching at a more advanced level than a basic skull model? Basic skull models are typically just the skull and may include the skull dividing into two or four parts, depending on the specific description for those types of anatomical skull models. For more advanced types of training or consultation with patients a good option is one of the didactic anatomical skull models. These models have one part of the skull, usually the left side, fully covered in the skull, looking very much like a traditional model. The right side, however, may be fully transparent on the skull section, allowing the student or patient to see under the bones to the actual parts of the brain. In addition the major blood vessels and nerves are also color coded inside the transparent brain section for easy identification and viewing. Typically the didactic models can also be disassembled to show the inner or central brain parts and sections. Each of these anatomical skull models will offer different features and options, however they all provide a very detailed look into the human brain.

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