The human body must maintain homeostasis for it to work properly. The integumentary and skeletal systems are two of the bodies systems that must work together to maintain homeostasis. When the body cannot maintain homeostasis, many different problems can occur. Osteoporosis is one such problem that can occur when homeostasis is no longer maintained.…
Introduction: Neonatal bone health is a problem of growing interest and concern because of the increasing recognition of its impact upon childhood, adolescence and even adulthood. Osteoporosis in adulthood often has its roots in childhood. Some forms may be prevented by proper attention to neonatal and childhood bone health. A premature infant likely suffers lifelong decreased bone mineral density as a result of its early birth and the lack of adequate mineral stores that are typically present in full-term infants (Done, 2012). Caffeine is now one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the NICU to treat apnea of prematurity.…
Some bones contain bone marrow whereas others the bones marrow produces blood cells that are vital for the body The bones cells are called osteocytes, these cells are located in the matrix on rings which are known as lamellae, the rings system is called osteone or a haversain system. It is in the osteone where the blood vessels and nerves pass through the hollow centre. The responsibilities of the bones is to allow tendons to attach themselves to them, provide support for soft tissue to defend them from injury, for example the ribs shelter the heart and the lungs to protects them as they play an important role in the body. Compact bones What is compact bone?…
Bones can also get brittle and fragile and even result in more chronic disease such as osteoporosis. Treatment of the…
The article "The Importance of Bone Health" details the many important functions of a healthy skeleton. Bone health does more than just provide a good structural support. It plays a vital role in red and white blood cell production, production of various regulatory enzymes in the endocrine system, fat storage, energy metabolism, and overall homeostasis of the body (Perricone). Without a doubt, bones are one of the most functional and necessary…
This report will explain the functions of the skeletal system and how a disease such as arthritis can affect the ordinary workings of that system. The skeletal system performs vital functions and is the main framework in supporting all parts of the body. The skeletal system also helps with movement, most movement happening at the joints. A joint is where two bones link, there are several types of joints, an example of this being a hinge joint which is found at the elbow and the knee.…
Introduction Determination of bone mineral density helps in assessing bone quality. For instance, loss of bone mass which is obtained clinically as the change in BDM (bone mineral density) aids in determining bone fragility (Paschalis, 2009). Though, bone mineral density cannot be used alone to indicate that someone will suffer from bone fracture since there is the difference in BDM between the populations. Some people in a particular community develop bone fracture while others do not. Some studies show that the risk of bone fracture increases with age (Paschalis, 2009; Steines et al., 2009).…
Bones are living tissues that changes constantly so that new bone cells can be made to replace the old ones. This is known as the bone remodeling. Osteoporosis is the effect of disturbance in the bone remodeling. Cells such as osteoblasts are responsible in making the new tissues while osteoclasts are responsible to break down the bone tissues. Both of these cells works simultaneously work together in bone remodeling.…
1. Considering the factors that affect bone balance p. 326 (figure 16.2), what steps can you take to promote bone health today? Discuss how various exercises impact bone. What types of activities appear to be the most beneficial?…
Exercise is a great factor in strengthening your bones so it could become stronger. There are anaerobic and aerobic exercises that a person could do to strengthen their muscles and bones. With anaerobic exercises a great source of workout would be weight lifting since it would help with a persons posture. On the other hand there is aerobic exercise which is more cardio based, for the elderly the best suggestion would be to walk or swim. Not only should you exercise, but a person should also have a healthy diet.…
The body is filled with a copious number of vitamins and minerals. Each doing their own job, creating a seamless rhythm with one another, bringing energy, nutrients and life to a sack of flesh, blood and bones. It’s absolutely amazing to learn and understand how the body is made up of so made different and ever-changing things but can function as a whole. In this paper I will explain how just one mineral can play a massive role in keeping your nerves, muscles and bones healthy.…
Additionally, I do weight training and run 2-3 days out of every week, which puts mechanical stress on my bones, thereby increasing my bone quality. Moreover, I get plenty of calcium from my diet through, almond milk, broccoli, and almonds. Although, I may need to actively increase my vitamin D intake. Lastly, I don't in-take…
Bone tissues are structural and supportive tissues of the body system. It is actually made up of the composite material which is the calcium phosphate in termed of hydroxyapatite that give bone their rigidity…
The adult human skeletal system consists of 206 bones, in which are held together by a network of ligaments, tendons and cartilage that connect them together. Besides movement the skeleton also provides protection to vital organs such as our brain, our heart, lungs and abdominal organs. Although our skeleton provides us with such protection it is still prone to injury, wear and tear, infections, tumors and other conditions that can damage bone and become life threatening. OSTEOMYELITIS Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone or bone marrow; inflammation due to infection. Osteomyelitis is caused by a bacterial infection.…
Vitamin D is produced in the skin in response to ultraviolet light exposure however dancers spend long periods of time indoors so have limited exposure to sunlight, as a result they are often vitamin D deficient which can lead to injuries and underperforming. The importance of vitamin D should not be overlooked as ‘Vitamin D receptor sites have been identified in virtually every tissue within the body’. Vitamin D is important in aiding the absorption of calcium which improves bone strength, muscle contraction and blood clotting. Vitamin D therefore both helps prevent injury and improves vertical jump and muscle strength.…