Metabolism: Risk for Injury in Patients with Diabetes and Osteoporosis Metabolism is one of the most important functions of the body. Inside cells, enzymes metabolize nutrients into separate compounds that the body needs to live (Pearson, 2015). According to the textbook, Metabolism occurs within the endocrine system and is required to generate energy, repair damaged cells, and sustain life (Pearson, 2015). Problems with the structure and function of endocrine glands lead to altered metabolism
Osteoporosis and How It Begins Common fractures that occur in the spine, hips, and wrist are frequently related to osteoporosis. Sometimes mild stressors such as coughing or bending over may cause a fracture of brittle and weakened bones related to osteoporosis. Bone is live tissue that is continuously damaged and repaired. Out with the Old, In With the New Osteoporosis takes place when the removal rate of the old bone tissue is faster than the formation of new bone. Normally in the beginning stages
Osteoporosis is defined by the World Health Organization as “a systemic skeletal disease characterized by low bone mass and microarchitecture deterioration of bone tissue with consequential increase in bone fragility and susceptibility to fracture” This condition is a result of an imbalance in the normal processes of “ bone formation” and “bone reabsorption” which work together to maintain bone strength.” (Leyland, S. 2013) The purpose of this paper is to educate the reader about bone and joint
Alissa Stevens MED 2047 Osteoporosis Instructor Michelle Earixson-Lamonthe 2/28/2015 VNFT031 “Worldwide, osteoporosis causes more than 8.9 million fractures annually, resulting in an osteoporotic fracture every 3 seconds” (Johnell, 2006 ). Making Osteoporosis a severe musculoskeletal disease. We will cover any the expected findings, signs and symptoms that you will find upon your assessment. It will also cover the routes of treatments, medications and preventive measures
1. Introduction Osteoporosis is characterized by low bone mineral density and the decay of bone fibers resulting in weaker bones; making bones deteriorated and vulnerable to fractures (Sharma and Khandelwal., 2010). Osteoporosis is a disease that affects men and women. According to a study half of the women and one-eighth of the men would suffer from bone fractures caused by osteoporosis during their life span (Anders, Tuner, and Freeman, 2013). Osteoporosis turns into a considerable health problem
the cause of most health-related issues today. Americans are becoming ill every second from lack of exercise, yet nothing is being done to prevent these diseases. Diet plans and exercise programs are advertised in every corner, yet they are ignored. Many disorders and diseases are preventable, and even curable without the aid of modern technology. Regardless, the illnesses are at an all time high and show no sign of declining. What many individuals fail to realize is how essential fitness is to
elderly as individuals. This paper will allow the reader to gain insight into the age related physiological changes which impact an older persons mobility, the underlying diseases which impact mobility, as well as the potential consequences of impaired mobility on the older adult. Furthermore, this paper will discuss nursing interventions to address the care needs of the older adult. Physiological changes related to ageing that impact mobility The older adult goes through many physiological changes
physicians are taking the research to the next level and discovering exactly how greatly fitness effects health (President's Council, 2012). With more and more individuals living a sedentary lifestyle and minimizing their physical activity, it has become apparent that fitness is not only useful for health, but essential to maintaining good health and a long life. Simply put, physical fitness and overall health are directly related. Physical fitness benefits the brain, keeps the body strong, and boosts
control over their health and to improve it. This process requires personal participation and supportive environments. For people with disabilities, however, personal participation is often limited by non-supportive environments. Lack of knowledge on how to modify programs to meet specific needs, poor attitudes, and unfriendly environments often creates insurmountable barriers to participation for many people with disabilities. While innovative medical technology has increased the life span of individuals
Female Athlete Triad Female athlete triad is a condition where bone loss, irregular menstrual cycles, and energy deficiency occur in athletes. Occasionally referred to as the triad, this condition is seen mostly in female athletes, although in rare cases male athletes can suffer from it as well. It occurs so often in today 's female athletes however, due to distorted body expectations, common menstrual irregularities, and the already lower bone densities of women. When these symptoms combine, it creates