Joint(s) (Articulatio, -Ones, Pna, Bna; Articulus, -I, Jna; Syn.: Diarthrosis, Synovial Joint, Articulation)

Joints are movable bone connections that allow movement at the joints. Joints consist of an articular surface, which is divided by the joint space and covered with synovial fluid, as well as articular cartilage and articular ligaments.

One of the main functions of joints is to ensure flexibility of the body and optimal load on the muscles. For example, the hip joint allows for rotation of the lower body, the knee joint for flexion and extension of the legs, and the ankle joint for stride and support of our foot while walking.

Joints also play a role in cushioning our movements and preventing injury. When the joints

A joint (Latin articulatio from articulo - “I articulate”) is a movable (symphysitis or diarthrosia) joint in the structure of the musculoskeletal system of vertebrates, formed between two or more bones. These joints are biaxial, multiaxial and combined. (A joint is a continuous semi-movable single bone with hinges at the points of contact of the surfaces; see here - Articular cartilage, also art. Articular bone).

Joints became known to man due to their anatomical and physiological properties and the effects that skeletal muscles provided. One of the most common concepts related to joints is the term “diarthrosis.” The appearance of synovial fluid implies the property of the joint: to lubricate the articulating surfaces, to facilitate the sliding of contacting elements against each other; dampen shock loads and