joint capsule
Synovial sac boundary
A joint capsule is the fibrous tissue surrounding a synovial joint, enclosing the space where bones meet.
It consists of an outer layer of tough connective tissue and an inner membrane that secretes lubricating fluid.
The capsule holds the joint together while allowing movement: The surgeon repaired the torn joint capsule in her shoulder.
- torn ligamentDamaged joint-stabilizing tissue
- articulationClear vocal expression
- ball and socketJoint allowing rotation
- arthritisInflamed joint disease
- frozen shoulderStiffened, painful shoulder joint
shoulder injury · fibrosis · scar tissue · flexion · arthroscopy · surgical repair · orthopedic surgeon · dislocation · inflammation · bursitis · range of motion · sprain · hip · proprioception · physical therapy · stiff · knee · socket