3.2 RESEARCH DESIGN Burns and Grove (2003:195) define a research design as âa blueprint for conducting a study with maximum control over factors that may interfere with the validity of the findingsâ.
MotherNature.com states that weak nails can mean there are problems elsewhere in the body. Psoriasis, a condition of the skin that can lead to itching, can cause weak nails. Hyperthyrodism, which is an overactive thyroid gland, can also cause weakness. Anemia may also contribute to weak nails. In addition, it can signal a calcium deficiency.
What are the Causes of Onychatrophia or nail atrophy? Nail atrophy or Onychatrophia may be caused by nail disease, skin disease, or other underlying diseases. Nail atrophy will not confuse with anonychia which is a result of congenital condition, where the toenails and fingernails does not develop.