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Connective Tissues and Types of Joints

To connect bones to other bones.

Synovial joints are lubricated by synovial fluid and are surrounded by a synovial capsule.

Arthritis leads to the destruction of articular cartilage.

Synarthroses are immovable joints, such as the fused bones of the skull in adults.

Amphiarthroses are slightly movable joints, commonly found in the vertebral column.

Articular cartilage is avascular, meaning it lacks blood vessels, which makes it hard to heal if damaged due to the limited supply of nutrients.

Arthritis is the inflammation of joints, which can be caused by overuse or infection.

A joint is the point where one bone articulates or meets with another bone.

The knee is a hinge joint, allowing for movement similar to the opening and closing of a door.

Tendons connect muscles to bones.

Ball and Socket (e.g., shoulders, hips) and Hinge (e.g., elbows, knees).

Articular cartilage is the smooth cartilage lining bone surfaces in joints and is composed of hyaline cartilage.

Synovial joints are freely movable and lubricated by synovial fluid, while synarthroses are immovable and amphiarthroses are slightly movable.

Damage to articular cartilage is problematic because it is avascular, making healing difficult due to the lack of nutrient supply.

Pain and stiffness are common symptoms of arthritis.