Bones
A lateral, S-shaped curvature of the spine
Scoliosis
The most common type of joint disorder, when the cartilage between the bone and the bones themselves begin to break down. Primarily affects the weight-bearing joints of the hips and knees.
Osteoarthritis
This muscle raises the eyebrows
Frontalis
This disorder is caused by uric acid deposits in the joints.
Gout
Red Blood Cells need replacing every this many days
90-120 days
The most important nutrient for bone growth
Calcium
The second most common form of arthritis. A chronic, systematic, inflammatory disease that first attacks the smaller joints, typically of the hands and feet, as well as the surrounding tissues of those joints.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
This muscle is most responsible for movement
Agonist
This fairly common condition results in chronic pain, primarily in joints, muscles and tendons
Fibromyalgia
If sprains or strains occur, this treatment method is recommended
R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compression, elevation)
The patella (kneecap) is this type of bone
Sesamoid
A condition in which bones become thin (more porous) over time. Occurs because of hypocalcemia in which bone is broken down to release calcium and is not replaced in sufficient amounts.
Osteoporosis
This muscle moves the abdominal wall
External Oblique
A group on inherited disorders characterized by muscle weakness and a loss of muscle tissue
Muscular Dystrophy
The skeletal system is composed of this many bones
206
The tough membranes that connect incompletely developed bones
Fontanels
Inflammation of the Bursa, which a fluid-filled sac that cushions tendons. It occurs most commonly in the elbow, knee, shoulder, and hip.
Bursitis
These muscles close the jaw.
Masseter and Temporalis
A disease that affects the gastrointestinal tract, but it also can affect various muscle groups. This disease most commonly affects infants. Although a person can survive this disease, it's effects may be long-lasting.
Botulism
Skull bones are divided into these two types of bones
Cranial and Facial Bones
The process of creating bone from either fibrous membranes or cartilage
Ossification
People with this disease have decreased amounts of collagen in their bones which leads to very fragile bones.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (aka Brittle Bone Disease)
These muscle flexes the foot and is commonly called the calf muscle
Gastrocnemius (Gastroc-ne-mius)
A condition in which the kidneys have been damaged in relation to serious muscle injuries. Symptoms include dark urine, muscle tenderness, muscle weakness, muscle stiffness, seizures, joint pain, and fatigue.
Rhabdomyolysis
This process is when the red marrow within cancellous bone produces new blood cells.
Hematopoiesis