The "MECHANICS" of the "Skeletal System"

So, let's finish up this 2 week series about the "MECHANICS" of our important functioning systems . . .

And "LISTENING" to the "warning signs" of our "internal dialogue"!!!

So, today . . . we'll be talking about our "Skeletal system" . . .

What is it and what are the "warning" signs something is wrong???

The "mechanics" of this system involve . . . lever systems where . . .

Bones act as rigid levers

Joint act as fulcrums

and muscles provide the force to create movement.

This system provides . . .

Structural support

Protection for organs

Stores minerals

And facilitates movement through the interaction of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments and cartilage.

And what are the "signs" that something's wrong???

Well . . . we would look for . . .

Bone, joint or muscle pain - a persistent dull, or aching pain

Stiffness - difficulty moving a joint or a general feeling of stiffness especially after periods of rest

Grinding or popping - a grating or cracking sensation when moving a joint can point to a loss of cartilage

Loss of height - a noticeable decrease in height over time can be a sign of spine compression from bone loss

Poor posture - a stooped or hunched posture can indicate a problem with the spine

Bone deformities - visible changes in the shape of a bone or limb

Frequent fractures - breaking a bone from a minor fall or low-impact activity can indicate a disease like "osteoporosis"

Slow healing - a bone that takes an unusually long time to heal after being broken

Muscle weakness - a general feeling of weakness, especially in the thighs or shoulder,

Changes in nails or teeth - brittle fingernails or tooth loss can indicate a deeper issue bone density

Swelling - redness, swelling and warmth around a joint can be signs of an inflammatory condition

and Shortness of breath - spinal compression from bone loss can reduce lung capacity

Okay . . . my friends . . .

So, we just spent that last 2 weeks learning about our bodily systems for optimal health.

And what are YOU going to do with this KNOWLEDGE???

Well hopefully . . . LISTEN TO YOUR BODY and WHAT IT'S TELLING YOU!!!!

So, next week . . . let's talk about the "liver".

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