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In Conclusion
In Conclusion
It is projected that one of every two Caucasian women and one of every five men will have an
osteoporosis-related fracture at some point in their lives.
Anatomy
The musculoskeletal system includes the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bursae
of the body. The problems associated with these structures are common and affect all age
groups.
The bony structure provides protection for vital organs, including the brain,
In addition, the red bone marrow located within bone cavities produces red and white blood
cells in a process called hematopoiesis.
Joints hold the bones together and allow the body to move.
The muscles attached to the skeleton contract, moving the bones and producing heat, which
helps to maintain body temperature.
There are 206 bones in the human body divided into four categories:
Long (femur)
Short (metacarpals)
Flat (sternum)
Irregular (vertebrae)