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The Skeletal Central Project: A New Era in Bone Health Education
Skeletal Central is a groundbreaking digital resource developed by Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA in collaboration with Edith Cowan University and Singular Health Group.
This innovative project empowers young Australians with engaging, interactive lessons on bone health that are accessible anytime, anywhere.
As bone health becomes a critical concern for teens and young adults, Skeletal Central offers a unique, hands-on learning method. Users can explore essential topics such as bone growth, fracture prevention, nutrition, and exercise—all while immersed in a digital world focused on bone health.
Why is Bone Health Education Important?
For students aged 12 and above, Skeletal Central is a first-of-its-kind initiative. It enhances bone health literacy at a young age, promoting lifelong habits for strong, healthy bones. Bone health forms the foundation of an active, healthy life. However, many people are unaware of how to properly care for their bones. By understanding bone development, nutrition, and movement, young people can avoid issues like fractures and osteoporosis later in life.
Through Skeletal Central, young Australians gain essential knowledge to help them build stronger bones now and in the future. Even better, it’s available entirely online, making it accessible to anyone with an internet connection.
What’s Inside Skeletal Central?
The platform offers an array of features:
- Comprehensive Educational Resources: Explore guides and materials on bone health fundamentals, covering topics from bone anatomy to daily tips for maintaining strength.
- Interactive Gameplay: Play mini-games that teach vital concepts about the skeleton, bone cells, nutritious foods, and lifestyle choices for healthy bones—all in an enjoyable, memorable format.
- Expert Insights: Access content from leading bone health specialists on how diet, activity, and lifestyle contribute to lifelong bone strength.
- Short Animations for Teaching and Review: Use engaging animations to visualise complex concepts ideal for learning and revision.
- Interactive 3D Models: Study the musculoskeletal system and skull through detailed 3D models, giving students a hands-on understanding of bone structure and function.
- Curriculum-Aligned Lesson Plans: Teachers can access over 20 lesson plans aligned with the Australian curriculum, making it easy to bring bone health education into the classroom.
How to Access Skeletal Central
To access Skeletal Central, visit www.skeletalcentral.com.
The platform is free to use and full of valuable resources, whether you’re a student, parent, educator, or health professional.
Join us on this exciting journey to improve bone health literacy across Australia. Explore Skeletal Central today, and start building healthier habits for life!