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same way it effects every other bone it makes it weaker
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What disease of the bone if you break your femur age 82?
Probably osteoporosis.
Does osteoporosis happen in the compact bone?
Yes. That is why you get fracture of neck of the femur in old people.
What bones orther than vertbrae are prone to fracture in osteoporosis?
Hip fractures are common. Usually the head of the femur.
What 2 dieseases affect the skeletal system?
osteoporosis and arthritis
How does diet and lifestyle affect the risk of osteoporosis?
People who smoke or drink too much, or do not get enough exercise have an increased chance of osteoporosis. Diet. Those who do not get enough calcium or protein may be more likely to have osteoporosis
What disease can affect the skeletal system?
i am Rickets, Polio, osteoporosis, are a few, but there are many
Who does osteoporosis affect?
Osteoporosis is a metabolic bone disorder in the elderly, mostly in postmenopausal women and especially women over the age of 60. It causes decreased bone density.
What is is osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a condition where bone creation is outpaced by bone loss. This causes bones to become brittle, and even mild stresses can lead to fracture. Osteoporosis can affect anyone, but white and Asian women past menopause are at highest risk.
What correlation exists between the length of the femur and body height?
Multiplying the length of the femur by 2. 6 and adding 65 to it should be roughly the person's body height in centimeters. However, the sex and race of the person can affect this relationship between the femur and body height.
What correlation exist between the length of the femur and body height?
Multiplying the length of the femur by 2. 6 and adding 65 to it should be roughly the person's body height in centimeters. However, the sex and race of the person can affect this relationship between the femur and body height.
Articulates with the coxal bone?
The femur :)
How can smoking affect the skeletal system?
Tobbacco has chemicals and when you inhale, it goes to your bones and cause osteoporosis.
