+
Activity
Other

Museum of Health Care: Joint Replacement

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a fascinating exhibit on the history of joint replacement. According to the resource, 40,000 Canadians need a joint replaced each year. Look at some of the materials used in the past and today, how orthopedic surgeons learned...
+
Website
Other

Orthoinfo: Orthopaedics

For Students 9th - 10th
Informative site on orthopaedic surgery. Explains what orthopaedics is, what orhtopaedists do, skills and education needed for becoming an orthopaedist, as well as information on orthopaedic practices.
+
Handout
Other

Engineers Edge: Strenght of Materials

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has information about the strength of materials. Covers various types of stress and yeilding. Formulas included.
+
Website
University of Washington

Univrsity of Washington: Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

For Students 9th - 10th
An interactive site that explores the history of orthopedics and how orthopedic medicine affects life.