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Bones, Muscles, and Joints for Parents
Without bones, muscles, and joints, we couldn't stand, walk, run, or even sit. The musculoskeletal system supports our bodies, protects our organs from injury, and enables movement.
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Bones, Muscles, and Joints for Teens
Our bones, muscles, and joints form our musculoskeletal system and enable us to do everyday physical activities.
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A to Z: Dislocation, Shoulder for Parents
A shoulder dislocation causes the top of the upper arm bone (humerus) to slip out of its normal position in the shoulder socket.
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Your Bones for Kids
Where would you be without your bones? Learn more about the skeletal system in this article for kids.
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Aspiration and Biopsy: Bone Marrow for Parents
A bone marrow aspiration and biopsy are performed to examine bone marrow, the spongy liquid part of the bone where blood cells are made.
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Dislocated Kneecap (Dislocated Patella) for Parents
A dislocated kneecap is when the bone in the front of the knee (the kneecap or patella) slides out of place. A person with a dislocated kneecap needs care at the hospital right away.
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Knock Knees (Genu Valgum) for Parents
Kids often have knock knees (when knees touch but the ankles are apart). They usually go away without on their own by the time a child is 7 or 8 years old.
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What Does Dislocation Mean? for Kids
A dislocation is when one or more bones at a joint moves out of place.
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Thrombocytopenia for Parents
Thrombocytopenia is when someone has too few platelets in their bloodstream. Many things can cause it and most can be treated.
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A to Z: Nonunion of Fracture for Parents
In this condition, a broken bone does not heal completely and needs advanced treatment. Learn more.