Knee Ligaments: Function, Stability, and Major Types
Ligaments in the knee joint are crucial fibrous connective tissues that provide static stability, guide joint movement, prevent excessive motion, and ...
By Alex
Category: Joint Health
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Radiohumeral Joint: Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Clinical Significance
The radiohumeral joint is a crucial part of the elbow, formed by the humerus's capitellum and the radius's fovea, enabling elbow flexion/extension and...
By Alex
Cartilage Destruction: Causes, Mechanisms, and Prevention
Articular cartilage can be destroyed by a complex interplay of mechanical stress, biochemical degradation, inflammatory processes, and genetic predisp...
By Hart
Knee Meniscus: Functions, Anatomy, and Clinical Importance
The menisci are crucial C-shaped fibrocartilage structures within the knee joint, primarily functioning to absorb shock, distribute load, enhance join...
By Hart
Sacroiliitis and Squats: Understanding Risks, Benefits, and Safe Modifications
For individuals with sacroiliitis, squats require careful consideration and often significant modification, as they can either strengthen supportive m...
By Hart
Cartilage Degeneration: Causes, Consequences, Diagnosis, and Treatments
When cartilage, particularly articular cartilage, degenerates or "dies," the smooth, low-friction surface protecting our joints erodes, lead...
By Jordan
Joint Stress: Mechanical, Metabolic, Inflammatory, Oxidative, and More
Joint stress encompasses mechanical (compressive, tensile, shear, torsional), metabolic, inflammatory, and oxidative forces or conditions that challen...
By Jordan
Arthrosis: Common Locations, Susceptibility, and Management Strategies
Arthrosis, or osteoarthritis, primarily affects the articular cartilage and subchondral bone of synovial joints throughout the body, most commonly in ...
By Hart
Antibiotics and Arthritis: Direct and Indirect Links, Risks, and When to Seek Medical Attention
While fluoroquinolone antibiotics can directly cause joint damage mimicking arthritis, other antibiotics may indirectly contribute to joint pain throu...
By Hart
