Save Your Knees: Knee Problems: Broken Bones

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Knee Problems

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Broken Bones

Injuries to Muscles and Soft Tissues

Children and Knee Problems

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What's Your Body's Greatest Weakness?

If you’re over 35, your bones and joints aren’t what they used to be. And exercising only on weekends puts them at great risk of injury. The good news is, you can reduce that risk by exercising at least 30 minutes every day.

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Safe Exercise

Beginning a Weight Training Program

Weightbearing Exercise for Women and Girls

Broken bones are most commonly caused by an accident, such as a car crash or a fall. Osteoporosis, a disease that weakens bone, often leads to a fracture.

Your knee joint is made up of three major bones: your thighbone, shinbone, and kneecap. Breaks can occur in several places along these bones. All can result in knee pain or problems.

Living Independently

Falls can occur anytime, anyplace and to anyone while doing everyday activities such as climbing stairs, or gardening. Research shows that simple safety modifications at home, where 60 percent of seniors’ falls occur, can substantially reduce the risk of falling.

Taking Care of Your Cast or Splint

Treating broken bones follows one basic rule: the broken pieces must be put back together and prevented from moving out of place until they are healed.

That’s where casts and splints come in.

Fun Facts
About Your Bones

About half of the bones in your body are in your hands and feet!