Symphysis

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Symphysis

Symphysis (/sɪmˈfaɪsɪs/; from the Greek word σύμφυσις, meaning 'growing together') is a type of anatomical joint where the bones are connected by fibrocartilage.

Etymology

The term 'symphysis' is derived from the Greek word 'symphyo' which means 'to grow together'. This is in reference to the way the bones in these types of joints are fused together with fibrocartilage.

Anatomy

Symphyses are slightly movable joints that are found between certain bones in the human body. The most notable of these is the pubic symphysis, which is located between the two pubic bones in the pelvis. Other examples include the intervertebral disc, which is a symphysis between adjacent vertebrae in the spine, and the manubriosternal joint, a symphysis where the manubrium and the sternum meet.

Clinical Significance

Symphyses can be affected by various medical conditions. For example, Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) is a condition that causes excessive movement of the pubic symphysis, leading to pain in the pelvis. Osteoarthritis can also affect symphyses, causing pain and limited movement.

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