Each component plays its part in mobility
Synovial Membrane is a specialized layer of connective tissue lining that secretes synovial fluid into the joint cavity to help maintain articular homeostasis.
Synovial (Joint) Fluid lubricates the joints and permits smooth movement. It also provides important nutrients to joints.
It moves into the cartilage when the joint is resting and moves out into the joint space when the joint is active.
Articular Cartilage is the cushion within the joint that acts like a shock absorber. When healthy, it’s very smooth and has low friction,
allowing bones in a joint to glide over each other during movement. This is where most joint disease manifests.1
Subchondral Bone is the layer of bone just below the cartilage; it absorbs the forces of movement and carries away waste
from the joint. It contains sensory nerves and blood vessels.