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Instead, as the joint returns to normal position, the gas is reabsorbed into the synovial fluid over a period of 15 minutes.
Once the pressure is released, the water flows back into the cartilage, carrying with it nutrients that were picked up from the synovial fluid, which fills the joint.
He also removes any remaining parts of the synovial membrane, which encloses the natural joint, because this is an important site of arthritic disease.

Head coach John Wells told the club's official website, www.leicestertigers.com: "Graham damaged synovial tissue in his knee, which has filled the joint with fluid. He has had his knee drained and there is no ligament or bone damage."
on Apr 26, 2005 By: John Wells Source: Sportinglife.com
"This action opens up the synovial cavity," George explained, touching his fingertips near his temple, where the hinge of the jaw opens up.
on Jun 14, 2006 By: Vance George Source: San Francisco Chronicle