Degeneration Of Synovial Joints Flashcards
1
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Structure of synovial joints make them capable of _ over a lifetime
A
Withstanding physical stress
3
Q
Structure of synovial joints make them capable of withstanding _ over a lifetime
A
Considerable stress
4
Q
Degenerative change in synovial joints known as _
A
Osteoarthritis
5
Q
In osteoarthritis _ gradually roughens and wears away
A
Protective cartilage covering joint’s Articular surface
6
Q
As cartilage thins and erodes, it becomes less effective as a shock absorber and _ is lost
A
Lubrication
7
Q
Symptoms of osteoarthritis (2)
A
Stiffness
Pain on movement
8
Q
Repeated stress on joints and previous _ and _ increases risk
A
Disease
Injury
9
Q
Osteoarthritis occurs mainly on _ joints
A
Weight-bearing
10
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12
Q
In arthritis, _ gradually wears away
A
Protective cartilage covering
