Title: The Musculoskeletal System
Course: PHT 2301 Pathological Condition in PT > Section: Module 13

Introduction

This module contains information related to the musculoskeletal system. We will be discussing bones, joints, skeletal muscles and peripheral nerves. Included will be a review of the structure and function of each system, the specific diseases associated with each system, and the signs, symptoms and tests relevant to each.

Objectives

To successfully complete this module, you will be expected to:

- identify the most common and serous problems affecting bones and joints
- list the common manifestations of bone and joint diseases
- compare and contrast sprain, strain, subluxation, and dislocation
- list common causes of back pain
- compare and contrast rheumatoid and osteoarthritis
- list the causes and complications of osteoporosis
- recognize the most common types of bone cancers
- list the causes, lesions, and major manifestations of specific muscle and nerve diseases
- compare the signs and symptoms of neruogenic and myopathic disorders
- relate the role of diagnostic testing in conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, and nerves
- describe orthopedic disabilities and related treatment

Readings

Readings include the chapters from the book.

Students may also view the online supplemental resources available on http://go.jblearning.com/humandiseaseHP

Read Chapters 21 and 22 of the textbook

Chapters 21 and 22 provide an excellent overview of the various conditions that can affect the musculoskeletal and peripheral nervous systems, including  bones, joints, muscles, and peripheral nerves. These chapters will be of special interest to us since these are the primary problems that we will see on a daily basis. Each chapter will include a review of the structure and function of the skeletal system, the muscular system, and peripheral nerves as well as the most frequent and serious problems encountered.  Chapter 21 will include discussion of the various genetic/developmental, inflammatory, and degenerative conditions affecting the bones and joints as well the different types of cancer that may affect the skeletal system. Chapter 22 will continue the discussion with various genetic/developmental, inflammatory and degenerative conditions affecting the muscular and peripheral nervous systems. Also covered in this chapter is diabetic neuopathy as the various cancers that can affect muscle and nervous tissues.

Module 13_Musculoskelatal System Lecture.pdf

View the online supplemental activities which include crossword puzzles, flash cards, matching exercises, and chapter quizzes to help you learn and review the material. The online source also provides web links to other learning content on the web.

Assignments

- Complete Readings and Resources
- Post and Reply to Discussion 13: The Musculoskeletal System
- Complete Quiz 13: The Musculoskeletal System