Bone Mass + Pelvis Bone Differences

Question 1

As age increases, bone mass will _______, then _______. (decrease/increase)

Answer 1

increase, decrease

Question 2

Bone mass is _______ in females than males. (lower/higher)

Answer 2

lower

Question 3

As age increases, fracture rates ______. (increase/decrease)

Answer 3

increase

Question 4

Fracture rates are _______ in females than males. (Higher/lower)

Answer 4

Higher

Question 5

What are some factors that can lower bone mass/increase fracture rates in females specifically?

Answer 5

• Pregnancy (Nutients including calcium goes to the baby)
• Breastfeeding (Calcium is lowered to feed the baby)

Question 6

What are the four major differences in the pelvic compared to males and females?

Answer 6

• Tilted back sacrum (More circular and spacious in females for childbirth)
• Relaxed ilium (Wider area to cradle/basket a child in females)
• Larger angle at the pubic symphysis (Position of the pelvis in wider relaxed state in females)
• Circular Pelvic Opening (Allows easier childbirth)

Question 7

If a pelvis opening has more of a HEART shape, it is a…?

Answer 7

Male Pelvis

Question 8

If a pelvis has a LARGER angle than a smaller angle, it is a…?

Answer 8

Female Pelvis

Question 9

If the pelvis bone itself is WIDER, it is a…?

Answer 9

Female Pelvis

Question 10

If the sacrum is more FORWARD, it is a…?

Answer 10

Male Pelvis