Joints form where one bone connects to another bone, allowing the skeleton to move. While there are several different types ...

This study critically advances our knowledge of the cell populations that maintain the synovial joint in adult life. Data are available in a public, open access repository. Data are available on ...

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removing fluid may also help relieve pain and pressure on the joint. An aseptic technique must be followed when obtaining synovial fluid for analysis. Precautions are taken so that bacteria are not ...

The joint is surrounded by soft tissue called the synovial membrane, which produces a fluid that acts like oil in an engine, allowing your bones to move past one another more smoothly. Physical ...

Objective: To carry out a critical appraisal of the literature in an attempt to assess the current value of synovial fluid (SF) analysis in the diagnosis of joint disease. Methods: A literature search ...

This thin membrane surrounds the inner lining of your joint and may have folds and fringes. Its main function is to create synovial fluid, which helps nourish and lubricate your joint. When part of ...

Preoperatively, cervical synovial cysts are often difficult to distinguish from other extradural lesions. In this case, facet arthrography allowed the preoperative determination of communication ...

Synovial cysts very rarely affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). On review of the literature, there are 29 reported cases of unilateral synovial cysts of the TMJ. We present a case of bilateral ...