Cartilage
- Tough
- Smooth
- Strong
- On ends of bones that move across each other
- Stops friction
- Acts as a shock absorber
Causes of Cartilage Damage
- Heavy Impact -----> Injury
- Wear and Tear
- Stress
- Lack of movement
Damage results in bones grinding as they move over each other, which can lead to a disease called Arthritis.
Types of Arthritis -
Types of Arthritis -
Osteoporosis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoporosis - Your bones get gritty
Rheumatoid - Your bones become swollen and painful and you can't move them.
The main difference between osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis is the cause of them. Osteoporosis can be caused by wear and tear on joints. Rheumatoid Arthritis is caused by a disease where the body's own immune system attacks the body's joints.
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