Fibrocartilage: Structure, Function, Locations, and Clinical Significance
Fibrocartilage is a specialized type of cartilage that helps the body tolerate high compression, tension, and shear forces. It is found in the knee menisci, intervertebral discs, pubic symphysis, joint labra, and the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) of the wrist. Its dense collagen-rich matrix makes it highly durable, but its limited blood supply also contributes…