Ízületi

Ízületi is an adjective in Hungarian meaning relating to or belonging to a joint (ízület). It is widely used in anatomy, physiology, and medicine to describe tissues, fluids, and conditions connected with joints. Examples include ízületi porc (articular cartilage), ízületi felszín (articular surface), ízületi folyadék (synovial fluid), and ízületi tok (joint capsule). The word also appears in descriptions of symptoms or diseases, such as ízületi fájdalom (joint pain) and ízületi gyulladás (arthritis).

Anatomy and function: Joints connect bones to allow movement. In a szinoviális ízület, the inner lining of the joint capsule secretes szinoviális folyadék, which lubricates the joint. The ends of the bones are covered by ízületi porc, which absorbs shocks and enables smooth movement. Ligaments and the joint capsule (ízületi tok) provide stability, while the surrounding muscles support function and control.

Clinical relevance: Problems in ízületek are common and may involve inflammation, degeneration, or injury. ízületi gyulladás refers to inflammation of the joint, often with swelling and pain and reduced function. Degenerative conditions such as kopás (wear) involve loss of ízületi porc. Diagnosis typically combines patient history, physical examination, imaging, and sometimes laboratory tests. Treatments focus on pain relief, preservation of mobility, and may include physical therapy, medications, injections, or, in some cases, surgical options. The term ízületi is frequently used in medical literature and patient information to describe joint-related anatomy and conditions.