***Comment this***The musculoskeletal system is the structure for movement and function (Falkner & Green, 2018). The musculoskeletal system consists of connective tissues, such as bones, joints, cartilage, ligaments, tendons and fascia (Lewis et al., 2017). This connective tissue system works in different ways, but by working together they make the body move (Falkner & Green, […]

***Comment this***The musculoskeletal system is comprised of voluntary muscles and connective tissues such as the bones, joints, cartilage, ligaments, tendons and fascia which all have various functions that allow the movement of the body (Falkner & Green, 2018). Common pathophysiological changes and abnormal findings can be attributed to injury, infection, inflammatory diseases, non inflammatory conditions, […]

***Comment this***Risk factors for osteoporosis include: women, age over 50 years, White or Asian race, family history, small body frame, overactive thyroid, lowered estrogen levels in women, decreased calcium intake, eating disorders, and history of gastrointestinal surgery (www.mayoclinic.org). Steroids, such as prednisone and cortisone interferes with the bone-rebuilding process. Also people with celiac disease, cancer, […]

***Comment this***Pathophysiological changes refer to functional changes associated with disease infection, inflammation, aging, disease condition, or injury, and changes can occur in any system of the body. Disease conditions such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis are among the most common musculoskeletal system disorders. These progressive, degenerative conditions lead to pain, joint deformities, and limitations […]

***Comment this***Osteoporosis is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions. The condition is characterized by decreased bone mineral density, which makes the bone porous and at high risk of fracture (Green, 2018). Typically, there are no symptoms in the early stages of osteoporosis. However, once the bones have weakened, some symptoms might start to appear. […]