bone diseases

What is osteoarthritis?

• A condition that affects joints

• A condition that affects the heart

• A condition that affects the lungs

• A condition that affects the liver

Which joints are commonly affected by osteoarthritis?

• Elbows and wrists

• Knees and hips

• Ankles and feet

What percentage of Americans does osteoarthritis affect?

• 10%

• 20%

• 15%

• 5%

What is rheumatoid arthritis?

• A form of arthritis that affects the kidneys

• A form of arthritis that affects the eyes

• A form of arthritis that affects the skin

• A form of arthritis that affects joints

What happens to joints affected by rheumatoid arthritis?

• They become stronger

• They lose strength and function

• They become numb

• They become flexible

What is bursitis?

• An inflammation of the muscles

• An inflammation of the bones

• An inflammation of the tendons

• An inflammation of the bursae

What is the function of bursae in the body?

• To decrease friction

• To increase friction

• To cause inflammation

• To cause swelling

What is a sprain?

• Damage to the bones

• Damage to the tendons

• Damage to the muscles

• Damage to the ligaments

What causes a sprain?

• Twisting or overstretching of a joint

• Sitting for long periods

• Lifting heavy weights

• Running long distances

What is the treatment for bursitis?

• Surgery

• Resting the affected joint

• Taking painkillers

• Physical therapy