musculoskeletal malfunctions Flashcards
1
Q
what are the musculoskeletal malfunctions
A
osteoporosis
arthritis
-osteoarthritis
-rheumatoid arthritis
2
Q
osteoporosis symptoms
A
no obvious symptoms until minor fall or sudden impact cause fracture
3
Q
osteoporosis biological explaination
A
due to loss of protein matrix from bone results in loss of bone density which weakens bones and they become brittle
4
Q
osteoporosis causes
A
ageing family history of condition or hip fractures eating disorder diet/exercise women have greater risk
5
Q
osteoporosis monitoring
A
bone density scans (DEXA scan)
blood tests
fractures of unusual bones
6
Q
osteoporosis treatment
A
calcium and vitamin d supplements load-bearing exercises physiotherapy HRT(hormones for post menopause) taking medication to strengthen bones
