RT Book, Section A1 Goodman, Catherine A1 Helgeson, Kevin SR Print(0) ID 1133952149 T1 Osteomyelitis T2 Exercise Prescription for Medical Conditions: Handbook for Physical Therapists YR 2011 FD 2011 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9780803617148 LK fadavispt.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1133952149 RD 2024/03/28 AB This condition is an inflammation of bony tissues secondary to an infection. Chronic osteomyelitis can lead to surgical removal of connective tissues and amputations. Chronic infections and surgical procedures can also lead to limited joint and tissue mobility. The tibia and femur are most susceptible to osteomyelitis after a traumatic injury. Clients will benefit from the potential effects of exercise to enhance their immune system and to mediate the effects of stress and depression. Clients will have limited activities due to the effects of the infections and complications, leading to deconditioning.1 Inflammation of bony tissues is painful and limits the client's ability to initiate movement.