MS Joint Structure

Question 1

What is a articular capsule

Answer 1

It cuffs around a joint close to the articular surface

Question 2

What is the structure of articular capsule

Answer 2

Outer fibrous capsule that is continues with periosteum, inner synovial membrane

Question 3

What is a synovial membrane

Answer 3

It secretes synovial fluid for lubrication, shock absorption, and joint nourishment

Question 4

What is inside the articular capsule

Answer 4

Articular cartilage and the fibrous cartilage (meniscus)

Question 5

What is an articular cartilage

Answer 5

Coating on the bone surfaceto provide a wear resistant, low friction lubricated surface

Question 6

What is a fibrous cartilage (meniscus)

Answer 6

Between the articular bones to smooth the movement and reduce friction

Question 7

What is a bursae

Answer 7

Sacs filled with synovial fluid that provides cushioning around a joint between the bones and muscles/tendons crossing the joint

Question 8

What types of ligaments are at the joint

Answer 8

Intracapsular/intrinsic and accessory/extrinsic

Question 9

What is intracapsular/intrinsic ligament

Answer 9

Localised thickening of fibrous tissue that helps to reinforce the joint

Question 10

Exampls of intrinsic ligaments

Answer 10

Anterior/posterior cruciate ligament

Question 11

What is accessory/extrinsic ligament

Answer 11

Separated from the joint capsule that helps to reinforce the joint by attaching bones together from the outside

Question 12

Exampls of extrinsic ligaments

Answer 12

Medial/lateral collateral ligament