Some viscoelastic properties of human articular cartilage.
1972
W Hayes
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D007592
Joint Diseases
Diseases involving the JOINTS.
Arthropathies,Arthropathy,Joint Disease
D002358
Cartilage, Articular
A protective layer of firm, flexible cartilage over the articulating ends of bones. It provides a smooth surface for joint movement, protecting the ends of long bones from wear at points of contact.
The resistance that a gaseous or liquid system offers to flow when it is subjected to shear stress. (From McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 6th ed)