T7 Overdoing it

Question 1

Explain the advantages of regular exercise

Answer 1

• reduced blood pressure
• reduced chance of T2 Diabetes
• improved bone denisty
• greater muscle mass and strength
• reduced risk of CVD

Question 2

Explain the disadvantages of too much exercise

Answer 2

• wear and tear on joints
• suppression of the immune system

Question 3

Explain how too much vigorous exercise can lead to the suppression of the immune system

Answer 3

During recovery after prolonged vigorous exercise the number of immune cells including natural killer, t cells and b cells, decreases. This causes the specific immune system to be temporarily depressed.

Question 4

Explain the benefits of keyhole surgery over open surgery

Answer 4

Shorter recovery time
Lower risk of infection
Less invasive
Lower blood loss
Less damage to surrounding tissues
Smaller size of scar

Question 5

Name two types of technology used to help athletes

Answer 5

Prostheses
Arthroscopy

Question 6

Define cruciate ligament

Answer 6

ligaments control the front and back motion of your knee
ACL connects patella and tibia