Synonyms in a broader sense Elastic cartilage Hyaline cartilage Definition Cartilage is a special form of connective tissue. A distinction is made between different forms of cartilage, which is adapted to the respective function. Forms of cartilage are: Hyaline cartilage Elsterian cartilage Fibrocartilage Development of hyaline cartilage Hyaline cartilage develops from the mesenchyme (form of … Hyaline cartilage
Function Hyaline cartilage In normal joints the bone ends are covered with hyaline cartilage. In articular cartilage, the collagen fibrils are arcade-shaped. They extend radially from the deepest zone, then bend in a tangential direction and retract again into the depth. This results in a zonation from top to bottom. In the tangential zone, the … Function Hyaline cartilage | Hyaline cartilage
Elastic cartilage Elastic cartilage is the only thing that humans have: in addition to the structures found in hyaline cartilage, it also contains elastic fiber networks. These fiber networks are arranged in a net-like fashion around the chondrons and radiate into the adjacent cartilage skin (perichondrium). Due to these elastic fibers, it has a yellowish … Elastic cartilage | Cartilage
Synonyms in a broader sense Cartilage Cell Chondrocyte Arthrosis Definition Cartilage is a special form of connective tissue. A distinction is made between different forms of cartilage, which is adapted to the respective function. The most important function of cartilage is as a joint surface in the joint and the intervertebral disc. Introduction Cartilage is … Cartilage
Shaping of the cartilage There are three different types of cartilage tissue: The hyaline cartilage The fibrous cartilage and The elastic cartilage Hyaline cartilage During the embryonic phase in humans, most of the later bony skeleton is preformed with cartilage. In adolescents, the epiphyseal joints (growth joints) within the long bones consist of hyaline cartilage, … Shaping of the cartilage | Cartilage
Introduction Big toe metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis is also known as “hallux rigidus” and is a disease of the forefoot. This clinical picture is characterized by arthrosis in the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, i.e. so-called joint degeneration. After hallux valgus, metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis is the second most common disease of the foot. It manifests … Metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis
Diagnostics To diagnose arthritis of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, both a detailed anamnesis interview and a clinical examination are important. During the inspection of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the big toe, small lumps, the bony protrusions, are visible on the dorsal and medial side of the metatarsal bone. In addition, limited dorsal … Diagnostics | Metatarsophalangeal joint arthrosis
