A joint is formed by the joining of two or more bones together. The human body has three main classifications of joints that are categorized by the degree to which they can move. These include ...

Connective tissues consist of ligaments, cartilage and tendons. A joint is held together by ligaments which give the joints their stability. Cartilage is found at the ends of bones and where ...

This occurs when the angle of a joint increases, for example, at the elbow when putting a shot. Abduction – movement away from the midline of the body. This occurs at the hip and shoulder joints ...

The role of collagen in the body Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body ... strengthens the bones, supports joint health, and aids in repairing muscle tissue.

This phenomenon has been well documented after knee joint injury and has been generalised to occur at other joints of the human body, yet minimal research has been conducted in this regard. The ...