The effects of exercise on the skeletal system

The effects of exercise on the skeletal system Hover a hexagon for more information Tendons Bone Density Ligaments Effects Mineral Content Hyaline Cartilage Synovial Fluid Hover the diagram for information on that part

The effects of exercise on the skeletal system Tendons Long Term – Tendon thickness increases making them stronger Tendons Bone Density Ligaments Effects Mineral Content Hyaline Cartilage Synovial Fluid Hover the diagram for information on that part

The effects of exercise on the skeletal system Ligaments Long Term – Ligament strength improves, which in turn helps the joints to become more stable. Tendons Bone Density Ligaments Effects Mineral Content Hyaline Cartilage Synovial Fluid Hover the diagram for information on that part

The effects of exercise on the skeletal system Hyaline Cartilage Long Term – Hyaline cartilage becomes thicker which provides more protection to the joint. Tendons Bone Density Ligaments Effects Mineral Content Hyaline Cartilage Synovial Fluid Hover the diagram for information on that part

The effects of exercise on the skeletal system Synovial Fluid Long Term – There is an overall increase in the production of synovial fluid. Tendons Bone Density Ligaments Effects Mineral Content Hyaline Cartilage Short Term – During exercise the secretion of synovial fluid (in the joints) increases. During exercise the fluid also becomes less viscous (thick). As the fluid becomes less viscous the range of movement around the joint increases. Synovial Fluid Hover the diagram for information on that part

The effects of exercise on the skeletal system Mineral Content Long Term – Exercise stimulates an increased mineral content (calcium and phosphate) deposited in the bone making them stronger. Tendons Bone Density Ligaments Effects Mineral Content Hyaline Cartilage Synovial Fluid Hover the diagram for information on that part

The effects of exercise on the skeletal system Bone Density Long Term – Bone density increases, which helps reduce the risk of osteoporosis ( a bone wasting disease). Tendons Bone Density Ligaments Effects Mineral Content Hyaline Cartilage Synovial Fluid Hover the diagram for information on that part