Care and Problems of the Skeletal System

1
Care and Problems of the Skeletal System
How might poor health of your skeletal system
affect your overall health?
2
Care and Problems of the Skeletal System
If your skeletal system cannot perform its
functions properly, your freedom of movement may
be limited and other areas of your health and
lifestyle may also be affected.
3
Lesson Objectives
In this lesson, youll learn to

• Examine strategies to prevent injuries that
  damage the skeletal system.
• Analyze the relationship between health promotion
  and prevention of bone disorders.
• Identify different types of joint injuries and
  situations requiring professional health services.

4
Care of the Skeletal System
Tips for Healthy Bones and Joints
5
Problems of the Skeletal System

• Fractures

• Fractures can be either compound or simple.
• A compound fracture is one in which the broken
  end of thebone protrudes through the skin.
• A simple fracture is one in which the broken bone
  does not protrude.

6
Problems of the Skeletal System
Classification of Fractures

• Hairline fracture The fracture is incomplete,
  and the two parts of the bone do not separate.
• Transverse fracture The fracture is completely
  across the bone.
• Comminuted fracture The bone shatters into more
  than two pieces, usually as a result of severe
  force.

7
Problems of the Skeletal System

• Osteoporosis

• Osteoporosis makes bones weak and brittle.
• Regular physical activity stimulates bone cells
  to increase bone mass, thereby reducing the risk
  of osteoporosis.
• Early detection is essential to treatment and to
  slowing loss of bone tissue.

8
Problems of the Skeletal System

• Scoliosis

• Scoliosis may exist at the time of birth, or it
  can develop during childhood.
• The curvature of the spine worsens as growth
  continues and may proceed even after growth
  stops.
• Treatment includes wearing a brace to help
  straighten the spine and, in more severe cases,
  surgery.

9
Problems of the Skeletal System

• Typical Joint Injuries

10
Problems of the Skeletal System
Dislocation

• Dislocation results when the ligaments that
  attach the boneat the joint are torn as the bone
  slips out of place.
• Never attempt to replace a dislocated joint get
  immediate medical help.
• Treatment includes having the joint reset and
  immobilizedwhile the ligaments heal.

11
Problems of the Skeletal System
Torn Cartilage

• Torn cartilage can result from a sharp blow or
  the twisting of a joint.
• Injuries are treated with arthroscopic surgery.

12
Problems of the Skeletal System
Bursitis

• Bursitis results from the inflammation of a
  fluid-filled sac called the bursa.
• Certain joints have bursae that help reduce
  friction between their movable parts.
• When the bursa becomes inflamed, pain and
  swelling can occur at the joint.

13
Problems of the Skeletal System
Bunion

• A bunion is a painful swelling of the bursa in
  the first joint of the big toe.
• Large bunions may require surgery.

14
Problems of the Skeletal System
Arthritis

• Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint.
• The condition can result from an injury, natural
  wear and tear, or autoimmune disease.

15
Problems of the Skeletal System
Repetitive Motion Injury

• One of the most common repetitive motion injuries
  is carpal tunnel syndrome.
• This condition occurs when swollen ligaments and
  tendons in the wrist cause numbness, a burning or
  tingling sensation in the thumb and forefinger,
  pain, and weakness in the hand.
• Treatment includes wearing a splint to reduce
  wrist movements, medication to reduce swelling
  and, in a small percentage of cases, surgery.

16
Quick Review
Provide a short answer to the question given
below.
Q. Name three behaviors that help keep your bones
and joints healthy.
Click Next to view the answer.
17
Quick Review - Answer

• A. Three behaviors that help keep your bones and
  joints healthy are
• Eating foods that contain calcium, vitamin D, and
  phosphorus
• Getting regular physical activity
• Wearing protective gear when you participate in
  sports

Click Next to attempt another question.
18
Quick Review
Provide a short answer to the question given
below.
Q. What should you do if you think someone has a
fractured bone or dislocated joint?
Click Next to view the answer.
19
Quick Review - Answer
A. If someone has a fractured bone or dislocated
joint, you should get medical help immediately.
Click Next to attempt another question.
20
Quick Review
Provide a short answer to the question given
below.
Q. Explain how to prevent repetitive motion
injury.
Click Next to view the answer.
21
Quick Review - Answer
A. To prevent repetitive motion injury, you
should take frequent breaks, adjust chair height,
and use special equipment.
Click Next to attempt another question.
22
Quick Review
Provide a suitable analysis.
Analyze the relationship between health promotion
during your teen years and the prevention of
osteoporosis later in life.