Joints, Tendons, Ligaments, Bursae

Joint

Where 2 or more bones meet. (Allow for movement & stability)

Joint Capsule

DENSE, fibrous connective tissue that surrounds a synovial joint = holds joints in place & stability

Synovial Membrane

Connective tissue lining the inner surface of a joint capsule of a synovial joint, which produces synovial fluid

Synovial Fluid

Found in a synovial cavity to allow for lubrication of the join. (Reduces friction between bones and allows movement)

Ligament

Tough flexible connective tissue that holds bones + cartilage & joints together = stability

Cartilage

Strong, flexible connective tissue that cushions joints & bones together = stability

Tendon

Tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue that connects muscles to bones = movement of bone

Bursae

Small, fluid filled sacs found between bone & soft tissue, bones & tendons, and/or muscles around joints = cushioning and reduction in friction between moving parts