Bone Disorders

Osteoporosis

• Osteoporosis is a disease caused by a drop in hormones.
• Bones become very brittle, weak, and easy to break.
• Bone loss can occur over time, causing a stooped posture .

Osteoarthritis

• It is the most common joint disorder
• Caused by aging and daily wear and tear on joints
• Symptoms include: pain, loss of flexibility, and grating sensations

Osteochondroma

• It is a type of bone tumor, called a bone spur
• They usually occur at joints during childhood
• Patients feel joint pain or tingling during physical activity
• It is caused by an abnormality in the bone's growth plate

Osteopenia

• Osteopenia is low bone mineral density
• It is usually caused by poor nutrition and aging.
• There are no symptoms except a greater possibility of
• bone fractures or breaks.

Bone Cysts

• A bone cyst is a fluid-filled hole that develops inside a bone.
• It usually doesn't have any symptoms, but can sometimes
• cause bones to weaken.
• It can be caused by the damage of blood vessels in the bone.