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A patient with osteoarthritis in the knee suffers from severe pain. The orthopedic tells the patient, along with a breakdown of her articular cartilage, there is a reduction of synovial fluid. Why would a lack of synovial fluid influence and increase the pain?.

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Answer:

Synovial Fluid reduces the friction of the bone between bones in the body.

Explanation:

As shown above, the Synovial fluid plays a large part in reducing the amount of friction between bone at joints. As we age this fluid gradually wears down and causes pain as we move.

Hope this helps,

H.M.

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