Topics

Intro
Cigarette Smoke
Nicotine
Carbon Monoxide
Smoke and Bone
Bone Healing
Wound Healing
Lower Back Pain
General Problems
Legs and Feet
Summary

Intro

In the United States and throughout the world many adults continue to use tobacco. Smoking usually starts during adolescence. It is a difficult habit to break and when started, usually continues throughout adult life. At present, approximately 22% of adult Americans smoke daily.

The effect of smoking upon the heart and lungs is well known. The damage upon the remainder of the human body is less well publicized. This website is intended for general use. The information is based upon the evidence in the medical literature. There are two sections: the first is for the general public; the second is intended for health care professionals.