Joint Anatomy

The hip joint is an intricate structure including hip bones, hip articular cartilage, muscles, ligaments and tendons, and synovial fluid. A problem with any one of these parts of the hip anatomy can result in pain.

Healthy synovial joints provide ease of motion with slick cartilage and synovial fluid.

Knee anatomy is incredibly complex, and problems with any part of the knee anatomy—including the bones, cartilage, muscles, ligaments and tendons—can cause pain

Most of the body's joints are synovial joints, which allows for movement but leaves then susceptible to arthritis and related inflammatory conditions.

Cartilage is a strong, flexible fibrous tissue that takes many forms and serves many purposes throughout the body.