Synovitis

Synovitis is an inflammation of the synovial membrane lining the joint capsule. Synovitis causes swelling and thickening of the synovium, leading to pain and swelling of the joint (arthritis).

The causes of synovitis can be different. Most often, synovitis develops after a joint injury, with infectious diseases or other inflammatory processes, for example, with rheumatoid arthritis.

To make a diagnosis of synovitis, an analysis of synovial fluid taken during joint puncture is performed. Histological examination of synovial tissue may also be required.

Treatment of synovitis is aimed at eliminating inflammation and pain. It includes taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, physiotherapy, and exercise therapy. Sometimes surgical intervention is required - synovectomy (removal of the affected area of ​​the synovial membrane). For synovitis caused by infection, antibiotics are prescribed.

**Synovitis** is an inflammation of the synovial membranes, ligaments and the joint capsule. The inner surface of the joint capsule is covered with synovial membranes, which secrete synovial fluid that fills the joint cavity and acts as a lubricant for the movement of the articular surfaces.

Synovitis can have different etiologies and is sometimes associated with certain diseases of the musculoskeletal system. For example, aseptic synovitis develops due to physical strain and injury.

Synovitis is an inflammation of the synovial membrane lining the joint and filled with synovium. It is a natural consequence of damage (rupture or sprain of ligaments, fractures), infection or metabolic disorders. A clear illustration of the fact that synovitis and arthritis are very similar concepts. That is, swelling and narrowing of the joint space in conjunction with weakness of the ligamentous apparatus is the same characteristic of the course of the disease, that is, arthritis.\