[Friction and lubrication in the joints (author's transl)].
1978
Z Bozdĕch
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MeSH Term
Description
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D007596
Joints
Also known as articulations, these are points of connection between the ends of certain separate bones, or where the borders of other bones are juxtaposed.
Joint
D008153
Lubrication
The application of LUBRICANTS to diminish FRICTION between two surfaces.
Lubrications
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.
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D013583
Synovial Membrane
The inner membrane of a joint capsule surrounding a freely movable joint. It is loosely attached to the external fibrous capsule and secretes SYNOVIAL FLUID.