Flashcards in Joints Deck (8)
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1
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Function of Hyaline Cartilage (Articular cartilage)
A
Reduces Friction & Distributes Load
2
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What is Hyaline Cartilage composed of?
A
- Extracellular Matrix: Water, Type II Collagen, Proteoglycans
- Cells: Chondrocytes–>derive from chondroblasts
3
Q
What are the 3 components of a synovial joint?
A
- Synovial Cartilage
- Joint Capsule
- Joint Cavity
4
Q
What are the 2 components of the joint capsule?
A
- Fibrous Layer= Outer layer –> Protects joint capsule
2. Synovium
5
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Function of Synovium
A
- Articular Nutrition
- Lubrication
- Removal of debris w/in joint
6
Q
Define Joint Cavity
A
Potential Space
Avascular
7
Q
Define Labrum
A
Fibrocartilage Rim
8
Q
Function of Labrum
A
Increase contact between articulating bones
Maintains Flexibility
