Diseases of the musculoskeletal system

True

False

True

False

brain

stomach

joints

head

True

False

osteoporosis

osteoarthritis

porosis

rheumatoid arthritis

True

False

Osteoporosis develops very quickly and makes the bones become very hard. 

Osteoporosis develops slowly and causes the bones to become weak and porous.  

Osteoporosis is a disease that affects the heart.  

Osteoporosis is common among men.

fever

stooped posture

loss of height

headache

easily fractured bones

drink more coffee and fizzy drinks

rest to avoid being tired

eat food high in calcium and vitamin D

• take medication that will slow down the process of bones becoming weaker

do exercise like running, water aerobics and weight lifting