synovial fluid
noun
: a transparent viscid lubricating fluid secreted by a membrane of an articulation, bursa, or tendon sheath
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The researchers focused particularly on the proteins found in synovial fluid in healthy and injured knee joints, that is, the viscous liquid found in joint spaces that lubricates the cartilage and helps reduce friction during movement.
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Paul McClure 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2025
One synovial fluid protein in particular, periostin, was the most upregulated, not only for proteins shared between the two species, but also for each individual species.
—Paul McClure 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2025
This is due to a degradation of cartilage (the squishy material that protects the ends of the bones) and a reduction in synovial fluid – which lubricates the joints.
—Matt Parrott, Arkansas Online, 20 Apr. 2025
In addition, the rhythmic movement of pedaling a bike helps lubricate arthritic joints with synovial fluid and can reduce pain levels later in the day.9
Low-Back Pain
Cycling either outdoors or on a stationary bike typically involves some degree of spinal flexion.
—Tim Petrie, Dpt, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
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Paul McClure 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2025
One synovial fluid protein in particular, periostin, was the most upregulated, not only for proteins shared between the two species, but also for each individual species.
—Paul McClure 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2025
This is due to a degradation of cartilage (the squishy material that protects the ends of the bones) and a reduction in synovial fluid – which lubricates the joints.
—Matt Parrott, Arkansas Online, 20 Apr. 2025
In addition, the rhythmic movement of pedaling a bike helps lubricate arthritic joints with synovial fluid and can reduce pain levels later in the day.9
Low-Back Pain
Cycling either outdoors or on a stationary bike typically involves some degree of spinal flexion.
—Tim Petrie, Dpt, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Synovial fluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/synovial%20fluid. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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