The lack of weight bearing leads to what effects on the skeletal system?
a. Demineralization, calcium loss
b. Thickened bones
c. Increased range of motion
d. Increased calcium deposition in the bones
ANS: A
Weight bearing helps to strengthen the bone. Lack of weight bearing means that the bone is losing minerals and calcium that strengthen it. Thickened bones will not occur with the lack of weight bearing. Range of motion may be decreased with a lack of weight bearing movements.
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