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Health Tip: Smoking Can Lead to Bone Injury
By LadyLively on August 5, 2015
Most people know that smoking is bad for your lungs and heart, but experts say it also may take a toll on your bones and muscles.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says smoking:
- Raises the risk of developing osteoarthritis.
- Makes your bones and muscles more vulnerable to injury and disease.
- Increases healing time from fractures.
- Increases the risk of complications after surgery.
- May increase the risk of bone fractures.
Source: HealthDay
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