ILOs

• Describe the normal function and structure of bone
• Understand the process of indirect and direct bone healing
• Understand factors which compromise blood supply to bone
• How medication can affect bone healing
• Avascular necrosis (AVN)

Normal Structure and Function of Bone

• Remind us all of the functions of bone…
• Here’s a recap of the structure of a long bone…
• Explain the structure of cortical bone…
• Here’s a diagram of an osteon…
• Explain the structure of cancellous bone…
• Here’s a diagram of cancellous bone
• Outline all the components of bone…
• What are the different types of bone cells?
• Outline the components of bone matrix…
• What is the growth plate in children’s bone?

Fracture Healing

• Explain which factors affect how a bone can heal…