18 - Osteoarthritis and Osteoporosis

What happens to the joint when you have Osteoarthritis?

• The joint becomes infected

• Cartilage thickens and softens

• The cartilage wear, bony changes and joint capsule inflammation

• The bone density is reduced

What are 2 causes of OA?

• Cold weather and influenza

• Obesity and old age

• Infections and allergic reactions

• Poor liver and kidney function

For those over age 50, men are more likely to get osteoarthritis

• True

• False

What are some treatments for OA?

• Microfracture of the cartilage

• Physical therapy and braces

• Total joint replacement

• Pain and inflammation medication

What is the danger of osteoporosis?

• We will eventually have no bones

• Fractures from weak bones

• Not enough calcium reserves

• There is no real danger

What changes occur in bones due to osteoporosis?

• Thinning of cortical bone and cancellous struts

• Mineralization of the bone decreases

• Strength of the matrix in the bone tissue weakens

• Complete loss of some struts and sparse connections