What Is Facet Arthropathy?
3. Facet Arthropathy?
Facet joints are synovial joints. This means that the individual bones of the joint move against each other. To help prevent problems occurring, the joints will contain a fluid and will be lined with cartilage. This type of joint allows for some movement, while also providing strength.
Just as with any other joint, our facet joints are prone to wear and tear over time, causing the cartilage in them to wear down gradually. When the wear and tear are significant enough, it can result in the joint not working as well as it usually would. The two separate vertebrae can come into direct contact with each other, and this can result in a number of unwelcome symptoms.
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