Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis & Age Flashcards
1
Q
what is osteoarthritis
A
‘wear and tear’ of cartilage
produces inflammation and pain at a joint
2
Q
how can osteoarthritis be prevented
A
regular exercise allows synovial fluid to reduce friction at the joint and also provide minerals to maintain the health of the cartilage
3
Q
what is osteoporosis
A
brittle, easily damaged bones
due to lack of vitamin D, so depends heavily on diet
4
Q
how can osteoporosis be prevented
A
regular exercise stimulates mineral uptake to strengthen bones
5
Q
does weight lifting stunt growth in adolescents by damaging epiphyseal plates in long bones?
A
weight lifting or weight bearing exercise doesn’t stunt growth in adolescents
regular resistance exercise, if done properly, is beneficial to bone strength, through the bone remodelling process
