Synovial Membrane (Noun)
Meaning
A thin membrane in synovial (freely moving) joints that lines the joint capsule and secretes synovial fluid.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The synovial membrane is a thin layer of connective tissue that surrounds the joint space and produces synovial fluid to lubricate the joint.
- Inflammation of the synovial membrane, known as synovitis, can cause pain and stiffness in the affected joint.
- The synovial membrane plays a crucial role in maintaining joint health by producing synovial fluid that reduces friction between the articulating bones.
- Damage to the synovial membrane can lead to osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease characterized by cartilage breakdown and bone-on-bone contact.
- The synovial membrane is composed of two layers: an outer fibrous layer and an inner synovial layer that produces synovial fluid.