HEALTH OF THE SKELETAL

SYSTEM
- The medical specialty dealing with disorders of the bone is
called orthopedics.
- Bone disorders may be congenital (from birth) or due to
accident, infection, or toxic drugs.
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Arthritis
- is a painful degenerative bone disorder that occurs when
joints become stiff and inflamed.
- This is due to the wearing away of the cartilage covering the
bones such that bone fuse.
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Arthritis
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Bursitis
- Is an acute inflammation of the bursa.
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Cancer of the Bones
- Usually originates from tumors in other parts of the body that
spread rapidly to the bones.
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Club Foot
- Is a congenital deformity of the feet characterized y misshapen
or twisted appearance.
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Dislocation
- Occurs when a joint is dislodged from its original position.
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Fractures
- Are broken bones. A fracture occurs when bones are put under undue stress. It may be compound (open) or
simple (closed).
Compound Fracture Simple Fracture
- Occurs when the broken bone projects - Occurs when the broken bone does not
through the skin. projects through the skin.
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Gout
- Characterized by large deposits of uric acid in the tissues
around the joints, especially of the hands and feet, causing
swelling and severe pain.
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Osteoarthritis
- Is a degenerative joint diseases involving the destruction of
the cartilage.
- It may also be an enlargement of the joint at the end of the
bone.
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Osteoporosis
- Is disorder characterized by the excessive porosity of the bone
or bone-tissue reduction. It is most common among elderly
women.
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Osteomyelitis
- Is a bacterial, fungal, or richettsial infection of the bone or the
bone marrow. It causes high fever, chills, pain, and
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Otosclerosis
- Is the hardening of the ossicles.
- is the abnormal growth of bone of the MIDDLE ear. This
bone prevents structures within the ear from working properly
and causes hearing loss.
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Rheumatism
- Is a nonspecific term for several disease that cause
inflammation or degeneration of joints, ligaments, tendons, and
muscles.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
- A disorder of unknown cause
- Is characterized by joint deformity and impaired mobility as a
result of chronic inflammation of the synovial membrane and
the surrounding joints.
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Scoliosis
- Is a disorder of the spinal column due to lateral or sideward
curvature.
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Sprain
- Is an injury to the joints and its surrounding tissues caused by external
forces moving the joint in an unnatural position.
- It may be characterized by torn ligaments, tendons, and muscles or
detached cartilage inside a joint.
- It may be treated by bandaging the area to limit movement while
healing takes place.
FIRST AID TREATMENT FOR
FRACTURE
- Bones hove the ability to heal themselves throughout life.
- Osteoblast are bone-producing cells that keep depositing calcium to the bone.
- Other cells removes calcium and distribute them to parts of the body where they
are needed.
- When the bone is broken, the tendency of the bone to repair itself.
- That is why it is necessary to have a doctor to move the bone to its original place
and keep it immovable until the bone tissue regrows.
- When a fracture is suspended, the part of the body with the broken bone must be
laid on a flat surface to keep it from moving. It can be laid on a splint made of
hard cardboard and secured bandage.
FIRST AID TREATMENT FOR
FRACTURE
- It is important to see a doctor for him to determine through an X-ray how much
damage is done.
- Sometimes the broken ends are simply joined and put it a cast.
- At other times, a steel support is needed to put the bones into their proper place.
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WHAT MUST YOU DO TO KEEP YOUR
BONES HEALTHY AND SAFE?
- Always eat a balanced diet.
- Eat foods rich in calcium and phosphorus.
- Dairy product and green leafy vegetables are good sources of calcium.
- Wear footwear with non-slip soles to prevent slipping.
- Avoid walking on slippery pavements.
- Wear appropriate safety gears when engaging in any kind of sports
- Always wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or a motorcycle.
- Any harm done to your bones must be given immediate attention.