The jejunoileum is often referred to as the small intestine, although in theory it is the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum combined that make...

The Duodenum   In the small intestine, the chemical digestion of food is completed, and most of the absorption of nutrients takes place....

The Gallbladder   The gallbladder is somewhat pear shaped, roughly about 10cm long by 4cm wide. It is surrounded by peritoneum and has a...

The Liver   The liver is the largest digestive gland of the body. It is protected by a thin covering called “Glisson’s capsule”. This...

Visceral Manipulation VM1   In mid November 2023, I took my first of a four-part course in Visceral Manipulation. In VM1 we learned about...