Good Health - Good Posture

1. What is one of the most common ailments?

Upper back pain

Lower back pain

Chest pain

Arm pain

Correct Answer: B. Low-back pain is one of the most common ailments.

Explanation

Correct Answer: B. Low-back pain is one of the most common ailments.

2. What are two types of Arthritis?

Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis

Bone and Joint

Hyaline and Rheumatoid

Osteoarthritis and Hyaline

Correct Answer: A. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition in which the synovial membranes of various joints are attacked by immune system cells.
Osteoarthritis, also, called Degenerative Joint Disease, is a condition in which synovial joins, especially weight-bearing joints, are irritated and inflamed.

Explanation

Correct Answer: A. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition in which the synovial membranes of various joints are attacked by immune system cells.
Osteoarthritis, also, called Degenerative Joint Disease, is a condition in which synovial joins, especially weight-bearing joints, are irritated and inflamed.

3. Which of the follow is NOT one of the three natural back curves?

The neck (cervical) curve

The upper back (thoracic) curve

The lower back (lumbar) curve

Your backbone (spine)

Correct answer: D. The back has three natural curves: the neck (cervical) curve, the upper back (thoracic) curve, and the lower back (lumbar) curve.

Explanation

Correct answer: D. The back has three natural curves: the neck (cervical) curve, the upper back (thoracic) curve, and the lower back (lumbar) curve.

4. Since ancient times, people have suffered from low-back pain. this is because the low back bears most of the body's weight. The low back also carries (check all that apply)....

Stress of daily living

Poor posture

Lack of regular exercise

Over eating

Poor body mechanics

Correct Answer: All of the above. The low back carries the stress of daily living, poor posture, lack of regular exercise, overeating, and poor body mechanics.

Explanation

Correct Answer: All of the above. The low back carries the stress of daily living, poor posture, lack of regular exercise, overeating, and poor body mechanics.

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5. Check all of the supplements that may help your achy joints when they flare up to prevent, or even reverse, some of your joint discomfort.

Calcium

MSM ( Methylsulfonylmethane) supplement

Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Omega-3 fatty acid

Vitamin C

Correct Answer: All of the above. Calcium is vital for bone health because our bones lose calcium and become more brittle as we age. MSM supplement daily to provide more lubrication in your joints. Daily regime including glucosamine and chondroitin taken together contribute to joint health, by drawing fluid into the cartilage and the connective tissue called fascia. Omega 3 fatty acids are not produced by the body and helps treat the symptoms of joint pain and stiffness. Vitamin C is good for warding off colds and helping gum tissue, but we know it promotes good joint health, too.

Explanation

Correct Answer: All of the above. Calcium is vital for bone health because our bones lose calcium and become more brittle as we age. MSM supplement daily to provide more lubrication in your joints. Daily regime including glucosamine and chondroitin taken together contribute to joint health, by drawing fluid into the cartilage and the connective tissue called fascia. Omega 3 fatty acids are not produced by the body and helps treat the symptoms of joint pain and stiffness. Vitamin C is good for warding off colds and helping gum tissue, but we know it promotes good joint health, too.

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