1. What is the locomotor system, and what are its main components?

Answer: The locomotor system comprises the skeletal system (bones and joints), muscular system
(muscles), and nervous system (brain, spinal cord, and nerves). It enables movement and supports the
body's structure.

2. What is Osteoporosis, and how does it affect the locomotor system?

Answer: Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by reduced bone density and strength. It weakens
the skeletal system, increasing the risk of fractures, particularly in the hip, spine, and wrist.

3. How does Rheumatoid Arthritis impact the locomotor system, and what sets it apart from
Osteoarthritis?

Answer: Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects the joints, causing inflammation
and joint damage. Unlike Osteoarthritis, it typically affects multiple joints and can lead to deformities.

4. What are common symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy, and how does it affect the muscular system?

Answer: Muscular Dystrophy is a group of genetic disorders that lead to progressive muscle
weakening. Common symptoms include muscle weakness, muscle wasting, and mobility limitations,
impacting the muscular system.

5. Can you explain the role of ligaments in the locomotor system and how they can be injured?

Answer: Ligaments are tough, fibrous tissues that connect bones to each other. Injuries to ligaments,
such as sprains or tears, can occur due to trauma or overstretching and can affect joint stability and
mobility.

6. What is the primary function of the nervous system within the locomotor system, and how is it
impacted by conditions like Multiple Sclerosis?

Answer: The nervous system coordinates muscle movements and provides feedback about body
position and movement. Conditions like Multiple Sclerosis (MS) disrupt nerve signaling, leading to
symptoms such as muscle weakness, balance issues, and coordination problems.