Joint Dysfunction

Question 0

Why can’t cartilage heal itself?

Answer 0

Cartilage lacks a blood supply.

Question 1

What is Osteoarthritis?

Answer 1

The gradual and progressive wearing away of the joint cartilage from friction.

Question 2

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Answer 2

As the joint cartilage wears out, it releases chemicals that initiate the creation of digestive enzymes that further damage.

Question 3

What is synovitis and which joint dysfunction is it associated with?

Answer 3

1. The inflammation of the inside lining of the joint capsule that produces the synovial fluid.
2. Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Question 4

Which joint dysfunction is common in musicians?

Answer 4

Osteoarthritis.

Question 5

Does cartilage contain sensory nerves?

Answer 5

No.

Question 6

What is tendonitis?

Answer 6

The inflammation or damage of a tendon.

Question 7

What are the two causes of Tendonitis?

Answer 7

1. Too much work before warming up

2. Too much work before adapting

Question 8

What is Bursitis?

Answer 8

The inflammation of the Bursa.

Question 9

What is the Bursa?

Answer 9

A lubricant for things rubbing against bone.

Question 10

What causes Bursitis?

Answer 10

Too much friction.