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To review the basic science, structural organization, composition, and biomechanical function of articular cartilage in diarthrodial joints.

November 1, 2009Sports Health A Multidisciplinary Approach

The Basic Science of Articular Cartilage: Structure, Composition, and Function

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To review the basic science, structural organization, composition, and biomechanical function of articular cartilage in diarthrodial joints.
Reviewed literature regarding the structural biology, composition, and physiological environment of articular cartilage.
Assessed tissue characteristics influencing joint lubrication, load transmission, and capacity for intrinsic repair.
Articular cartilage functions as a specialized, low-friction bearing surface capable of distributing heavy biomechanical loads across diarthrodial joints.
The tissue lacks vasculature, lymphatic drainage, and neural innervation, resulting in a severely restricted capacity for spontaneous self-repair.
Disruption of the organized architecture impairs joint durability and presents major therapeutic challenges for surgical and physical rehabilitation.

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Narrative review describes the structural and functional properties of articular cartilage in diarthrodial joints, highlighting challenges in intrinsic healing and tissue repair.

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Fox et al. (2009) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d84148f4e559c61eae322a https://doi.org/10.1177/1941738109350438

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Narrative review describes the structural and functional properties of articular cartilage in diarthrodial joints, highlighting challenges in intrinsic healing and tissue repair.

The Basic Science of Articular Cartilage: Structure, Composition, and Function

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