Diseases and Disorders of the Skeletal System

The problems like arthritis, osteoporosis and physical injuries in the form of fractures are commonly
observed problems. However, there are many other diseases and disorders associated to skeletal
system.
Osteoporosis: In this skeletal system disease, the bone tissue is lost. Calcium from cancellous bones is
lost and therefore, becomes thinner. Such a problem in bones due to osteoporosis results into increase
in chances of bone fractures. Technically speaking, Bone Mineral Density (BMD) reduces in this
problem.
Arthritis: In this disorder of skeletal system, joints of bones get damaged. The swelling & reddening of
skin, joint pain and restricted bone movements are the commonly observed symptoms of arthritis.
More than 200 diseases are included in the list of causes of arthritis. In one of the types of arthritis,
i.e. osteoarthritis, wear and tear of the articulatory cartilage takes place. Rheumatoid arthritis is a
condition in which swelling of joints is observed and pain is experienced.
Gout: The condition of gout results from disturbances in the metabolism process which causes uric
acid imbalances in the body. Salts and uric acid produced in excess amount get deposited in between
the joints. Gouty arthritis attacks, urate deposition in cartilage, chronic joint destruction are few of the
problems experienced by patients of gout.
Scoliosis: In this disorder of skeletal system, the spinal cord gets deviated sideways. The acquired
abnormalities of vertebrae, nerves and muscles result into scoliosis. Surgical correction, osteoctomy or
fusion is used in dealing with the problem.
Lordosis: It is the inward curvature of spinal cord. Curvature in cervical and lumbar regions is
commonly observed. The different causes of lordosis include diseases of spinal muscles & vertebrae
and faulty posture. Kyphosis is a condition similar to lordosis in which the spine curves outward.
Fracture: A physical injury which affects the bones is termed as fracture. The different types of bone
fractures along with their descriptions are enlisted below.
Simple Fracture: In this form of fracture, the bone breaks without causing any damage/cuts in the
overlying skin.
Compound Fracture: In this type of fracture, the skin which lies over the fractured bone is ruptured by
this very bone.
Impacted Fracture: The impacted fracture is one in which broken bones get driven into each other.
Greenstick: The greenstick fracture of bones, in most cases takes place in children. The outer cortex of
bones is not damaged and just the inner bone breaks in this type of fracture.
Osteomyelitis: It is a form of bone infection which has two main causes. An infectious agent which is
blood-borne causes osteomyelitis in most cases. A secondary infection may be the other cause of
osteomyelitis. Such infections result from penetration of skin by fractures. Staphylococcus aureus is
the causal organism of osteomyelitis in most cases. Bone tenderness of a high degree is an important
symptom of osteomyelitis; the other symptoms being difficulty in limb movement, fever and loss of
appetite.
List of Skeletal Problems
The list presented below, includes names of different diseases and disorders related to skeletal
system, left out in the paragraphs above.
Neoplasm

Osteopenia
Bursitis
Leukemia
Metabolic bone disease
Ewing's Sarcoma
Skeletal Dysplasias
Bone Cancer
Slipped Epiphysis
Coxa Vara
Osteomalacia
Legg-Perthes' Disease
Paget's Disease
Osteosarcoma
Osteogenesis Imperfects
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Common Diseases of the Muscular & Skeletal System

Last Updated: May 03, 2011 | By Stephanie Chandler

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musculoskeletal system includes the bones and muscles. Photo CreditBananaStock/BananaStock/Getty Images

The muscular and skeletal system of the body consists of the bones, along with the muscles, ligaments, joints,
tendons, cartilage and connective tissues. The main function of the musculoskeletal system is to provide the body
with support. Without bones, the body would be a heap of tissue, flexibility and movement. With 206 bones and over
600 muscles in the human body, there are numerous diseases that can affect these areas and result in pain, inhibition
of movement and even debilitation.

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease of the joints that affects more than 1 million Americans, as reported
by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. It's classified as an autoimmune disease

because it's caused by the cells of the body's immune system attacking the cells that line the joints, known as the
synovial cells. This influx of immune cells in the joints results in inflammation that can lead to pain, stiffness and a
loss of function.

Musclular Dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy is a group of genetic diseases. This means they're caused by defective genes that are passed
from parent to child. MD is characterized by progressive degeneration of skeletal muscles, which are the muscles
that control movement. The Muscular Dystrophy Association reports that there are nine major muscular dystrophy
diseases that differ in how they are inherited, the age of onset, the severity, the muscles most affected and the rate of
progression of the disease.

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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common disease of the bones. The National Osteoporosis Foundation says that approximately 10
million Americans have the disease, with at least three times more Americans at risk of developing it. Osteoporosis
is the deterioration of bone tissue over time that results in a loss of bone mass, making bones susceptible to fracture.
Osteoporosis is often referred to as a silent disease because there are no signs or symptoms until a bone fracture
occurs. Medications help slow the loss of bone and even rebuild bone tissue.

Spondylitis
Spondylitis is the name for a group of diseases that primarily affect the spine, causing inflammation in the spine that
can result in chronic pain and debilitation. The most common disease in this group is Ankylosing Spondylitis, an
autoimmune disease. Cells in the immune system cause the inflammation in the spine and the joints between the
vertebrae. Symptoms of AS can range from mild back pain and discomfort to severe chronic pain. As the disease
progresses, the chronic inflammation can cause new bone formation. This can result in the spine becoming fused,
inhibiting movement. There is no cure for AS, but new biological medications can help slow the progression of the
disease.
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ILMENTS: WHAT CAN GO WRONG WITH THE SKELETAL SYSTEM

The skeletal system is constructed to withstand the pressures and stresses of daily activities, protecting
the body's delicate inner organs in the process. Sometimes, however, the system can be stressed beyond
its capacity and injuries can result.

SKELETAL SYSTEM DISORDERS

Arthritis (ar-THRIGH-tis): Inflammation of the joints.
Dislocation (dis-low-KAY-shun): Condition in which a bone is forced out of its normal position in the joint
cavity.
Fracture (FRAK-cher): Broken bone.
Osteoarthritis (os-tee-oh-ar-THRIGH-tis): Arthritis marked by the deterioration of the cartilage covering
the bones in the joints.
Osteoporosis (os-tee-oh-po-ROW-sis): Condition in which bone matrix is lost and not replaced, resulting
in an increased softening and weakening of the bones.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RUE-ma-toyd ar-THRIGH-tis): Arthritis characterized by the chronic inflammation
of the lining of the joints.

Rickets (RI-kets): Disease in young children due to a deficiency in vitamin D that results in soft and
deformed bones.
Scoliosis (sko-lee-OH-sis): Sideways curvature of the spine.
Spina bifida (SPY-na BI-fi-da): Birth defect in which a portion of the spinal cord protrudes through an
opening in the vertebral column.
Sprain: Damage or tear in a ligament.
A common but serious skeletal injury is a fracture, a complete or incomplete break in a bone. A fracture
usually occurs when excessive force is applied in some manner to the bone. Sports activities such as
football, skiing, and skating often jeopardize the bones, putting them at risk for fractures. Car accidents
and falls also take their toll on bones. As an individual ages, the bones become thin and weak, and
fractures occur more easily.
When excessive force is applied to a joint, the ligaments that hold the bones together in the area may be
torn or damaged. This results in a sprain. Its seriousness depends on how badly the ligaments are torn.
Any joint can be sprained, but the most frequently injured joints are the ankle, knee, and finger.
A violent movement at a joint may also cause a dislocation, a condition in which a bone is forced out of its
normal position in the joint cavity. When a bone is dislocated, its ligaments are often torn or overstretched
in the process. Nerves in the area may also be pinched, causing pain. In a severe dislocation, small chips
of bone may be torn away.
A herniated or "slipped" disc occurs when any direct and forceful pressure is applied to a vertebral disc
(such as when lifting a heavy object), causing it to rupture. This most often occurs to a disc in the lumbar
region of the vertebral column. When the disc is ruptured, pressure is placed on the spinal cord, causing
considerable pain and damage to the nerve.
The following are just a few of the more serious disorders and diseases that can impair the functioning of
the skeletal system or its parts.

COMMON FRACTURES
Comminuted: Bone has been broken into many fragments.
Compound: Bone has been broken and an end or ends of the bone protrude through the skin. Now often
referred to as an open fracture.
Compression: Bone has been crushed.
Greenstick: Bone has not been broken completely, but only partly across its shaft, similar to the way a
green stick or twig breaks. Now often referred to an incomplete fracture.
Impacted: Bone has been broken and a fragment of the bone has been firmly driven into another
fragment.
Simple: Bone has been broken cleanly and does not penetrate or break the skin. Now often referred to
as a closed fracture.

Spiral: Bone has been twisted apart.

Arthritis
Arthritis is a general term meaning an inflammation of a bone joint. More than 100 diseases have
symptoms of joint inflammation or injury. This conditionthe body's response to tissue damagecan
cause pain, swelling, stiffness, and fatigue. Since the areas most commonly involved are the hands,
arms, shoulders, hips, and legs, any action requiring movement of these parts becomes difficult. Arthritis
is usually a chronic condition, meaning it persists throughout a person's life. In all its forms, arthritis is the
most widespread, crippling disease in the United States.
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common forms of the disease. Osteoarthritis
occurs as a result of aging or injury. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, meaning that the
body produces antibodies (proteins normally produced by the body to fight against foreign substances in
the body) that act against its own tissues.
Osteoarthritis is the deterioration of the cartilage covering the bones in the joints of the body. It is most
often seen in people who are forty years of age or older. Causes of osteoarthritis include wear and tear
due to aging or overuse, injury, hereditary factors, and obesity. The wearing away of the cartilage results
in the bones scraping against each other, causing the development of bony spurs and the deep joint pain
characteristic of this disease.
The joints most commonly affected by osteoarthritis are those of the knees, hips, and fingers. Other areas
can be affected by injury or overuse. The condition can cause minor stiffness and pain, or it can result in
severe disability. Treatment of osteoarthritis includes the use of antiinflammatory drugs such as aspirin to
reduce pain and swelling; supportive devices such as a brace, walker, or crutches; massage; moist heat;
and rest.
Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most crippling forms of arthritis. It is characterized by chronic
inflammation of the lining of joints. It also affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels
surrounding these joints. Deformities can result from the deterioration of bone, muscle, and tissue,
impairing function and affecting mobility. Rheumatoid arthritis can occur at any age but usually appears
between the ages of thirty and sixty. Three times more women than men are stricken with this disease.
The cause of the chronic inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis is not known. Scientists believe that a
bacterial or viral infection may trigger an autoimmune response in genetically predisposed people. People
with rheumatoid arthritis produce antibodies that attack their own body tissues. This sets off an immune
response that results in the body's release of chemicals that produce inflammation.
Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis includes aspirin therapy to reduce inflammation and relieve pain,
application of heat to joints and muscles, rest, and physical therapy. In some cases, surgery may be
required to reconstruct joints that have been destroyed.

Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis (which literally means "porous bones") occurs when a body's blood calcium level is low and
calcium from bones is dissolved into the blood to maintain a proper balance. Over time, bone mass and
bone strength decrease. As a result, bones become dotted with pits and pores. Weak and fragile, they
break easily. Even a sneeze or a sudden movement can cause a fracture in someone with severe
osteoporosis.
About 28 million people in the United States are affected by this disease, which causes about 1.5 million
fractures each year. Any bone can be affected, but common locations include the hip, spine, and wrist.
Osteoporosis occurs in nearly half of all people over the age of seventy-five. However, women are five

times more likely than men to develop the disease. After a woman goes through menopause (period in a
woman's life when menstrual activity ceases), her body stops producing estrogen, a hormone that helps
maintain the health and density of a woman's skeleton.
Other factors besides age can lead to osteoporosis. These include a diet low in calcium and protein, a
lack of vitamin D, smoking, excessive alcohol drinking, and insufficient weight-bearing exercises to stress
the bones.
There is no cure for osteoporosis, but drugs are available that stop further bone loss and even help build
new bone. For some people, though, these drugs may not help build enough bone to replace that already
lost in the body. The best way to prevent osteoporosis is to maintain a healthy lifestyle
throughout one's life: adhering to a diet with the proper amounts of calcium and vitamin D, avoiding
smoking and heavy alcohol drinking, and exercising regularly.

Rickets
Rickets is a disease in young children that is brought about by a deficiency of vitamin D (the disease is
also called vitamin D deficiency). When the deficiency occurs for a period of many months in children
whose bones are still developing, softened bones and other bone defects occur.
While some vitamin D is supplied by the diet, most of it is made in the body from the Sun's rays. In the
lower layers of the epidermis (thin, outer layer of the skin), cells contain a form of cholesterol or a fatlike
substance produced by the liver that is an essential part of cell membranes and body chemicals. When
exposed to UV radiation from the Sun, that cholesterol changes into vitamin D. The body then alters
vitamin D to produce a hormone that keeps the concentration of calcium at a constant level in the
bloodstream by stimulating the absorption of calcium from digested food in the intestines.
When there is a vitamin D deficiency, though, the calcium level in the blood is too low to help create
hardened bone. The result is soft bone.
The symptoms of rickets include bowed legs and arms. The bowed appearance is due to the softening of
the bones and their bending if the bones are weight-bearing (such as the legs). Other symptoms include a
distorted sternum (which produces a protruding pigeon breast), bony bumps on the ribs, and knockknees. Seizures may also occur because of reduced levels of dissolved calcium in the bloodstream.
Rickets is almost always treated with oral supplements of vitamin D. Children suffering from the disease
are also encouraged to play outside with their faces exposed to sunlight for at least twenty minutes a day.
This type of treatment heals rickets promptly. Bone abnormalities generally disappear gradually over a
period of three to nine months.
Foods that are good sources of vitamin D include cod liver oil, egg yolks, butter, and oily fish. Some food,
including milk and breakfast cereals, are also fortified with synthetic vitamin D. Food fortification (the
adding of vitamin to food by the manufacturer) has almost completely eliminated rickets in the United
States.

Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine or vertebral column. Normally, the spine has a set of frontto-back curves. When viewed from rear, a normal spine usually appears straight.
A small degree of lateral (sideways) curvature in the spine does not cause any medical problems, but
larger lateral curves can cause imbalance and lead to muscle fatigue and pain. More severe scoliosis can
interfere with breathing and lead to arthritis of the spine.

Approximately 10 percent of all adolescents have some degree of scoliosis. Fewer than 1 percent,
however, have curves that require medical attention. Scoliosis is found in both boys and girls, but a girl's
spinal curve is much more likely to progress. The cause behind 80 percent of scoliosis cases is unknown.
Some cases can be linked to birth defects, while others are caused by a loss of control of the nerves or
muscles that support the spine. Scientists do know that scoliosis is not caused by poor posture, diet, or
carrying a heavy bag exclusively on one shoulder. There is no known way to prevent scoliosis.
Treatment for scoliosis depends on the degree of curvature. If the curvature is moderate, a brace may be
worn. Bracing cannot correct curvature, but may be effective in halting or slowing the progression of the
curve. Surgery is often required if the curvature is severe, if the curve has progressed despite bracing, or
if there is significant pain. During surgery, the spine is straightened as much as possible, then vertebrae
are fused together to prevent further curvature. Spinal fusion leaves the involved area of the vertebral
column permanently stiff.

Spina bifida
Spina bifida is the common name for a range of birth defects caused by problems with the early
development of the vertebral column or spine. The main defect of spina bifida is an abnormal opening
somewhere along the vertebral column due to a failure of the vertebrae to wrap completely around the
spinal cord. This leaves the spinal cord unprotected and vulnerable to either injury or infection.
In North America, spina bifida is much more common among whites than African Americans. It occurs in 1
of every 700 births to whites, but only in 1 in every 3,000 births to African Americans. Scientists are
unsure of the reasons for this difference.
Different levels of the spinal cord control different functions in the body. Therefore, the location and size of
the defect in spina bifida will determine what kind of disabilities an individual will experience. Most will
have some degree of weakness in the legs. Depending on the condition of the spinal cord, that weakness
may lead to paralysis. The higher up in the spine the defect occurs, the more severe the disabilities.
These may include problems with bladder and bowel function, abnormal curves in the spine (scoliosis),
clubfeet, hip dislocations, and water on the brain (a condition called hydrocephalus).
Treatment for spinal bifida is aimed first at surgically closing the spinal defect to prevent infection. Further
operations are often necessary to repair the hip dislocations, clubfeet, scoliosis, or other conditions that
accompany spina bifida. The success of treatments is still dependent on the severity of the original spinal
defect. Current care for children with spina bifida usually enables them to live into adulthood.

TAKING CARE: KEEPING THE SKELETAL SYSTEM HEALTHY

Like every other system in the body, the skeletal system is affected by age. As people grow older, bone
tissue tends to lose more calcium than is replaced. This is especially true for women who have gone
through menopause (period in a woman's life when menstrual activity ceases).
An individual can lessen the effects of aging on the skeletal system (like every other system in the body)
by following a healthy lifestyle. This includes getting adequate rest, reducing stress, drinking healthy
amounts of good-quality drinking water, not smoking, drinking moderate amounts of alcohol (or not
drinking at all), following a proper diet, and exercising regularly.
A proper diet and exercise are key factors in maintaining the health of the skeletal system. To help slow
the rate of bone loss later in life, it is important to build as much bone mass as possible early in life.
Without calcium, phosphorus, protein, certain vitamins (A, C, and D), and other nutrients, bones cannot
grow properly.

Bones are specialized to bear or carry weight. Without this stress, they lose calcium. It cannot be
emphasized too strongly that bones have to be physically stressed to remain healthy. The more they are
used, the stronger they become. Exercising regularly builds and strengthens bones. Weight-bearing
exerciseswhere bones and muscles are used against gravityare best. These include aerobics,
dancing, jogging, stair climbing, walking, tennis, and lifting weights. The exercise need not be too
strenuous, but it should be engaged in regularly.
uscular System Diseases
Muscular system diseases affect the normal working of the muscles in the body. The list of diseases
covered in the following article, will help you learn about the different types of disorders that cause
weakness and a wasting away of muscle tissue.
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Muscles are a very important part of our body. Without the muscles, the body will lose its ability to
move and carry out various actions. In fact, without the human muscular system, we probably
wouldn't be able to survive. This is because most of the organs in the digestive system are made up of
muscles, where even our hearts that keep pumping blood, is a muscle in itself. If the muscular system
is affected by any disease or disorder, it leads to many minor and in some cases, major health
problems. Not only do the disorders affect mobility, but also cause many other functional problems.
Diseases of the Muscular System
There are about 650 muscles in the human muscular system. Each muscle has a specific role to
perform. These muscles help us talk, walk, sit, run, eat, hold things, and most importantly, help in the
continuous pumping of the heart. Muscular system diseases cause many problems in the human body,
that affect the mobility and functioning of its various organs.
Muscular Dystrophy
This is a genetic disease of a group of inherited muscle disease that cause damage to muscle fibers.
The symptoms of muscular dystrophy disease include weakness, loss of mobility and lack of
coordination. The most common diseases classified as muscular dystrophy are Duchenne, Becker, limb
girdle, congenital, facioscapulohumeral, myotonic, oculopharyngeal, distal, and Emery-Dreifuss. The
basic fact about muscular dystrophy is that there is no specific cure for muscular dystrophy.
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy is one of the diseases that affects the muscular system, where a persons posture,
balance and motor functions are affected. Brain damage during or before childbirth causes loss of
muscle tone, causing problems carrying out physical tasks in children. It is one of the most common
congenital disorders.
Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva
This is a very rare congenital disorder that causes the soft tissues to become hard like bones
permanently. This causes the muscles, tendons, ligaments as well as other connective tissues to grow
bones between the joints. Thus, leading to permanent restriction of movement. There is no effective
Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) treatment and pain is controlled using medications.
Dermatomyositis
The inflammatory myopathy that leads to chronic muscle and skin inflammation is called
dermatomyositis. This is a progressive autoimmune disease of the connective tissues that causes

muscle weakness. The dermatomyositis symptoms include muscle pain, hardened calcium deposits
under the skin, gastrointestinal ulcers, intestinal perforations, lung problems, fever, fatigue and weight
loss. It leads to a red or violet colored skin rash on the face, hands, knees, chest and back. There is
no cure for this progressive muscle weakness but can be controlled using corticosteroids and
immunosuppressive drugs.
Compartment Syndrome
Chronic compartment syndrome caused by compression of the blood vessels, nerves and muscles
within a closed area of the body. This causes tissue death due to lack of oxygen. The compartment
syndrome symptoms include severe muscle pain, feeling of tightness in muscles, paresthesia,
paralysis, etc. Treatment involves immediate surgical treatment, called fasicotomy. This helps in
relieving the pressure on the muscles and helping them become normal again.
Myasthenia Gravis
Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by muscle weakness and fatigue.
There is a breakdown of the neuromuscular junction and thus, brain loses control over these muscles.
The myasthenia gravis symptoms and signs include drooping eyelids, difficulty swallowing, muscle
fatigue, breathing difficulty, inability to control facial expressions, etc. Medications and surgical
intervention are a part of myasthenia gravis treatment.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a serious neurodegenerative disease. This disease is also known as the
Lou Gehrig's disease. In this disease, the motor neurons destroy that leads to loss of control over
voluntary muscle movement. The early symptoms of ALS include difficulty to swallow, breath and
speak. Paralysis is an advanced Lou Gehrig's disease symptom.
Mitochondrial Myopathies
Mitochondrial myopathies is a condition where the mitochondria, the powerhouse of cells, is damaged.
The symptoms of this neuromuscular disease include muscle weakness, heart rhythm abnormalities,
deafness, blindness and heart failure. In some cases, it leads to seizures, dementia, drooping eyelids
and vomiting. Other symptoms include breathing difficulty, nausea and headache.
Rhabdomyolysis
Rhabdomyolysis is a condition where there is rapid skeletal muscle destruction. This causes the muscle
fibers to breakdown into myoglobin that is released into the urine. This leads to kidney failure as
myoglobin is dangerous to the kidney. Rhabdomyolysis symptoms include muscle weakness, stiffness,
and pain. If detected early, there is a possibility of rhabdomyolysis treatment. Treatment includes use
of intravenous fluid, dialysis as well as hemofiltration in severe cases.
Polymyositis
Polymyositis is an inflammatory and degenerative muscular system disease. This is a systemic
connective tissue disease that causes symmetric weakness and muscle atrophy to some extent.
Fibromyalgia
The debilitating, chronic muscle disorder is called fibromyalgia. It is characterized by pain, fatigue and
many other symptoms like tenderness and stiffness of the muscles. It is seen affecting more women
than men and is thought to be a genetic condition.
Myotonia
Myotonia is a condition where the muscles relax slowly after contraction and stimulation. The
symptoms of myotonia include trouble while releasing a grip, walking and difficulty in getting up after

sitting or sleeping. Medications, anticonvulsants and physical therapy is involved in treatment of

myotonia.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic muscle pain disorder. It is characterized by aches, pain and
burning sensation around sensitive points of the muscles called the trigger points. One may also feel
joint stiffness, area of tension like a knot and sleep problems due to severe pain. Use of
corticosteroids, botulism toxin injections, massage therapy and physical therapy help in management
of myofascial pain syndrome.
A Few Other Diseases of the Muscular System
There are a few other neuromuscular system diseases that may affect people. Some of these
neuromuscular diseases are categorized according to their site of origin.
Congenital Muscular Diseases
Central core disease
Centronuclear myopathy
Congenital fiber type disproportion myopathy
Nemaline myopathy
Multominicore disease
Myotubular myopathy
Autophagic vacuolar myopathy
Zebra body myopathy
Cap disease
Hyaline body myopathy
Neuromuscular Junction Diseases
Lambert-Eaton Syndrome
Myasthenia Gravis
Piriformis Syndrome
Peripheral Nerve Diseases
Charcot-Marie Tooth Disease
DeJerine-Sottas Disease
Friedreich's Ataxis
Spinal Muscular Atropies
Infantile Progressive Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Intermediate Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Juvenile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Adult Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Metabolic Diseases of the Muscular System
Acid Maltase Deficiency
Carnitine Palmityl Transferase Deficiency
Myoadenylate Deaminase Deficiency
Debrancher Enzyme Deficiency
Phosphoglycerate Kinase Deficiency
Rare Muscular System Diseases
Central Core Disease
Hyperthyroid Myopathy
Periodic Paralysis - Hypokalemic - Hyperkalemic
Myotubular Myopathy
Nemaline Myopathy
Myotonia Congenita

Paramyotonia Congenita
These were some of the diseases of the muscular system. These diseases can cause many debilitating
conditions that reduce productivity and limit mobility. It is important to seek early medical help to
control the diseases before the progress. Hope the above article has helped you learn all about the
different disorders of the muscular system.
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