Skeletal System Flashcards
1
Q
Why do we have a skeleton
A
- Movement
- Protection
- Support
2
Q
What is a join
A
Where two bones meet
3
Q
To types of joint:
A
- Ball and socket
- Hinge
4
Q
What movement is available at the hinge joints
A
- flexion
- extenion
5
Q
Two examples of a hinge joint
A
- Elbow
- Knee
6
Q
Two examples of a ball and socket joint
A
- Hip
- Shoulder
7
Q
What movement is available at a ball and socket joint
A
- extension
- flexion
- rotation
- adduction
- abduction
8
Q
How does exercise effect the skeleton
A
- increases bone density (strength)
- strengthens ligament
9
Q
what is the name given to when bone densiy decreases with old age
A
Osteoporosis
10
Q
How do you reduce osteoporosis
A
- weight bearing exercises
11
Q
Define Fracture
A
A fracture is a broken or cracked bone
12
Q
The two typed of fractures
A
- closed or compound
- simple or stress
13
Q
Closed fracture means
A
it doesn’t break/damage the skin
14
Q
Compound fracture means
A
the broken bone protrudes the skin
15
Q
Simple fracture means
A
the break is only part way
