Unit4- 4.5~ Musculoskeletal malfunctions Flashcards
1
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What is osteoporosis?
A
A bone disease causing bones to become weak and fragile
2
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What factors cause osteoporosis?
A
- Women lose bones after menopause, more at risk than men, esp if menopause begins early
- Family history
- Low body mass index
- Heavy smoking/drinking
- Medical conditions: hormone related conditions
3
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What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?
A
- Increase bone fractures
- Complications on recovery
- Increase in small fractures and pain
4
Q
What ar the lifestyle changes for osteoporosis?
A
- Exercise
- Healthy eating
- Take daily supplement of VD
- Give up smoking
5
Q
What are the lifestyle effects of osteoporosis?
A
Steps to reduce chance of fall:
* Removing hazards
* Have regular sight tests and hearing tests
6
Q
What is arthritis?
A
A condition that causes joint pain, inflammation and limited movement
7
Q
What are the 2 types of arthritis?
A
- Osetoarthrits: Most common form of . Is the wearing away of the cartilage that caps the bones
- Rheumatoid arthritis: a disease where the immune system attacks the joints beginning with the lining of joints
8
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What factors cause arthritis?
A
- Wear/tear of a joint
- Age over 50
- Injuries
- Obesity
9
Q
What are the symptoms of arthritis?
A
- Joint pain, tenderness and stiffness
- Inflammation in and around joints
- Restricted movement of joints
10
Q
What are the lifestyle changes/effects?
A
- Changes to work, occupational therapy support at work
- Regular exercises
- Joint care- not carrying heavy things
- Changes in the home
- Possible effects in you being able to drive
