What's Wrong With Me?
In an episode of The Simpsons, Mr. Burns built a device to block out the sun, resulting in Homer complaining about the lack of sun causing him "rickets." This is the ACTUAL name for a disease that causes demineralization of bones in adults due to vitamin D deficiency.
What is osteomalacia.
While radiographic studies are often sufficient to diagnosis injuries such as fractures and sprains, this type of imaging may be required - just remember to remove any metal jewelry or accessories before entering the room.
What is a MRI?
While more serious treatment, such as immobilization or even surgery, may be needed, more mild types of these may be treated with RICE - not the food, but rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
What are sprains and strains?
Your periosteum is showing! No, really, I can see your ulna. You have this type of fracture.
What is an open or compound fracture?
This type of tissue is torn in a sprain.
What is a ligament.
Some people speculate that Abraham Lincoln had this condition due to his tall, slender frame, long arms, legs, and fingers, and facial features. It's unknown if he experienced the mitral valve prolapse and damaged aorta often seen with it, though.
What is Marfan syndrome?
Because of the high rate of bone production, patients with Paget disease may see high levels of this substance in their urine.
What is hydroxyproline?
While gout stools may have gone out of fashion within the 19th century, rest and immobilization of the limb are still common recommendations for treating an acute attack of gout. Once it's over, this food group can reduce the frequency of their recurrence.
What is dairy?
This type of fracture acts like its namesake - the bone breaks on one side and bends on the other.
What is a greenstick fracture.
While both injuries cause stiffness, tenderness, and soreness, sprains can cause damage to nerves and these other structures.
What are blood vessels?