Chapter 6, Problem 21RQ

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The reasons causing the degenerating changes in the skeleton due to the extended periods of the inactivity.

Introduction:

The reasons causing the degenerating changes in the skeleton, due to the extended periods of the inactivity include the lifting of heavy loads, performing heavy exercises. The other factors include the transfer of the heavy force, stress, or pressure on the bones. It occurs due to the transfer of the weight or force on the bones. This occurs during the periods of the inactivity, which causes the lack of the movement of the muscles and the bones of the body.