SKELETAL DISORDERS Homeostatic Imbalances of the Bones

Dislocation

Rickets  Bones fail to calcify in childhood  Due to lack of calcium or vitamin D

Scoliosis, Kyphosis, & Lordosis  Abnormal curvature of the spine

Osteoporosis  Thinning of the trebeculae of the spongy bone  Causes:  Diet poor in calcium & protein  Lack of vitamin D  Lack of exercise  Menopause  Smoking

Osteoarthritis  Articular cartilage is worn down

Rheumatoid Arthritis  Autoimmune disease – joints are attacked by immune system, inflaming the synovial membrane.

Bursitis  Use your root words – you tell me!

Case Studies – not for notes.  Adam Rainer:  Summarize the story of Adam Rainer.  Reflect on what this means for the growth of his skeletal system.

Case Studies – not for notes.  Harry Eastlack:  Summarize the story of Harry Eastlack  Reflect on what this means for his skeletal system and the rest of his body.