Page 5 - Understanding-Common-Orthopedic-Conditions
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Physiological changes and the implications
on body postures, joints, muscles, bones,
cartilage and discs health
• Loss of muscle tone
o Less shock absorption on impact and loading e.g. walking,
stair climbing, running and jumping
o Easily sustain sprains and injuries especially the neck, back,
shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips and knees
• Loss of soft tissue elasticity
o Stiffening of the blood vessels wall
o Stiffening of the muscles – ability to contract and pump
blood
o Poor circulation
o Prone to muscle aches, knots in the muscles
