Fluid Sacs in the Knee (Bursae): Anatomy, Function, Bursitis, and Treatment
A fluid sac in the knee typically refers to a bursa, a small, fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between bones, tendons, muscles, and skin, and it...
By Hart
Category: Joint Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Joint Health" category.
Knee Health: Self-Assessment, Functional Tests, and When to Seek Help
Assessing knee health involves self-observation of pain, range of motion, stability, and swelling, combined with simple functional tests to identify p...
By Jordan
Patellar Orientation: Understanding, Assessment, and Optimization
Patellar orientation, the alignment of the kneecap within the trochlear groove, is optimized by addressing muscle imbalances, anatomical factors, and ...
By Jordan
Gout: How Dehydration Acts as a Trigger and Key Prevention Strategies
While dehydration does not directly cause gout, it is a significant risk factor and acute trigger for gout attacks in individuals predisposed to the c...
By Alex
Synovial Disease in the Knee: Understanding Its Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
A synovial disease in the knee refers to any condition primarily affecting the synovial joint's components—synovial membrane, fluid, or articular ca...
By Jordan
Painful Knee Pop: Causes, Symptoms, and Immediate Steps
A painful knee pop indicates potential acute structural damage to ligaments, menisci, or cartilage, requiring immediate medical evaluation.
By Hart
Synovial Fluid: Understanding Its Decrease, Impacts, and How to Support Joint Health
Synovial fluid volume and viscosity can diminish due to aging, chronic dehydration, prolonged immobility, and inflammatory joint diseases like osteoar...
By Jordan
MSU vs. CPPD: Understanding Gout, Pseudogout, and Crystal Arthropathies
Monosodium Urate (MSU) and Calcium Pyrophosphate Dihydrate (CPPD) are distinct crystals that deposit in joints, causing different inflammatory arthrop...
By Jordan
Arthritis: Understanding Onset Ages, Types, and Management
Arthritis is a medical condition, not a normal part of aging, encompassing over 100 types that can affect individuals across the entire lifespan, from...
By Jordan
