TissueDB/Tissues/Joint Capsule

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Joint Capsule is a fibrous connective tissue envelope surrounding synovial joints, consisting of an outer fibrous layer and inner synovial membrane.
- Ligament — capsular ligaments are regional thickenings
- Cartilage — articular cartilage lies within the capsule
- Fascia — periarticular fascia surrounds the joint capsule
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| Authors | Ian-laurel, Arturo Pelayo |
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| License | CC-BY-SA-4.0 |
| Cite as | Arturo Pelayo (2026). "TissueDB/Tissues/Joint Capsule". Appropedia. Retrieved November 10, 2026. |