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Fuctions of the musculoskeletal system:
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1. Internal organs protection.
2. Support to stand erect. 3. Movement. 4. Production of red blood cells. 5. Mineral storage. |
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What are bones?
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Bones are connetive tissue capable of healing and repairing itself.
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What are ligaments?
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A strong band of tissue that connects bone to bone at the joint.
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What are tendons?
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Attach muscle to bone.
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What is a contraction?
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The tightening of a muscle during which it becomes shorter and thicker producing movement.
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What is kyphosis?
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Hunchback.
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What is osteoarthritis?
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Non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease marked by degeneration of the joint cartilage.
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What is osteoporosis?
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A loss of bone density and increase in bone porosity associated with aging.
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What is atrophy?
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Weakness and wasting away of a muscle.
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