Health history & risk factors
What is the name of the type of joint that allows free movement in many directions?
Synovial (ball and socket)
What does atrophy mean?
Which spinal curvature is common in older adults?
Kyphosis
What supplement is often recommended for postmenopausal women to reduce osteoporosis risk?
Calcium
Which movement describes turning the palm downward?
Pronation
Name three risk factors for osteoporosis
age, menopause, female, smoking, low BMI, family history
What is a key function of bones besides providing support & structure?
Store calcium, act as levers, or produce blood cells
On the 0-5 muscle strength scale, what does a 3 mean?
Full ROM with gravity but not against resistance.