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Arthritis
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When two bones rub against each other and wear away / joint inflammation |
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Two main types of Arthritis |
Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid |
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How osteoarthritis occurs? |
When the cartilage that coats the end of the bones wears away, causing the two bones to rub against eachother. |
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What Osteoarthritis is linked to |
1. Fractures and infections that can harm the internal tissues of a joint. 2. Overusing your joints can lead to damage. 3. A lack of exercise can weaken the muscles that support the joints and decrease joint flexibility. 4. Joints can be strained by excess weight. |
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Cartilage |
Tt covers the end of the bones. It is a smooth tough substance that prevents bones from rubbing against each other. It reduces friction and acts as a shock absorber. |
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Synovial Fluid |
It keeps the the cartilage slippery and lubricated. |
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Synovial Membrane |
Produces the Synovial Fluid |
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Ligaments |
connects two adjacent bones and stops them from coming apart. |
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The parts of a joint |
The two adjacent bones, Ligament, synovial membrane, synovial fluid, and cartilage. |
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Functions of bones |
protect your organs, create blood cells, stores minerals, gives muscles a place to attach to and gives the body a frame. |
