Joint Pathology

Joint pathology refers to the study of diseases and disorders that affect the joints, which are the connections between bones allowing movement. It involves understanding how conditions like arthritis, injuries, infections, or autoimmune diseases damage joint tissues such as cartilage, synovium, and surrounding structures. By analyzing these changes, doctors and researchers can diagnose the specific problem, determine its cause, and develop effective treatments to reduce pain and improve joint function. Essentially, joint pathology helps us understand what goes wrong in joint diseases at a microscopic and cellular level.