What is articular cartilage?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Articular cartilage is smooth, white cartilage on bones in joints such as the knee, which enables the bones to move smoothly together and the joint to move easily. This animation shows the role of articular cartilage in the knee joint.
Articular cartilage is smooth, white cartilage on bones in joints such as the knee, which enables the bones to move smoothly together and the joint to move easily. This animation shows the role of articular cartilage in the knee joint. More -
Healthwise answered:Articular cartilage is a white, shiny material that covers the ends of bones inside joints. It absorbs shock and provides a smooth, gliding surface for joint movement.
Articular cartilage is a white, shiny material that covers the ends of bones inside joints. It absorbs shock and provides a smooth, gliding surface for joint movement. More
