ILOs

• Describe the bone cell types and their function
• Describe the markers of cellular function
• Discuss the mechanism of maintenance of bone mass
• Explain the effects of mechanical stress on bone
• Define osteoporosis
• Discuss the fracture risk and its prevention

• Bone anatomy and microanatomy
• Bone remodelling
• Bone mass
• Osteoporosis
• Fractures
• Managing osteoporosis