Joints and Bone Disorders Webquest



Name: Date: Period: 8

I. Joint Injuries and Conditions:

Arthritis—Two Types

a. Osteoarthritis

- Description/Cause:

- What are “bone spurs” and how are they associated with OA?



- How does this relate to Wolff’s Law?

Rheumatoid Arthritis



Description of rheumatoid arthritis:

How does RA differ from OA?

Virtual Knee and Hip Surgery Your turn to be the doctor! Write a brief description of the steps involved in ONE surgery (you pick!).

OR

What’s up with the phrase “Double-Jointed”? Explain what this means…(Find your answer with a google search – cite it!)

Cracking knuckles and other assorted body parts… (be sure to visit BOTH sites)





a) What are the different explanations behind what causes the “popping” sounds associated with joint-popping?

b) Can cracking your knuckles cause arthritis? Explain. (reference the 2nd website)

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