Question

How might a joint be affected by:
•torn ligaments
•lack of synovial fluid
•damaged cartilage?

Answer 1

1.

These are the affect of torn ligaments,sudden onset of pain and severe swelling.Subsequent joint instability.Impaired function eg can't walk, run or weight-bear.Ligament strains or tears occur if the joint is twisted or overstretched. Ankles and knees are particularly often affected by ligament strains or tears.

2.
Affect of lack of synovial fluid on joints are pain, stiffness, and swelling of the joint.

3.
Affect of damaged cartilage on the joint are joint become locked,we will not be able to move our joints and limb get affected,as damage progresses, the affected limb will not move so freely and easily.