How to determine whether it is synovitis and what tests to do

Whether you have synovitis can be confirmed by observing symptoms and medical examinations. Common examinations include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound examination, and joint fluid analysis, which can help identify the location and nature of the inflammation.

Typical symptoms of synovitis include pain, swelling, limited movement, and stiffness in the joints in the morning. For patients suspected of synovitis, MRI is the most commonly used method, which can accurately show the thickening of the synovium and the inflammatory response. Ultrasound examination is intuitive and efficient, and can detect synovial effusion or other abnormalities in the joints. If there is clear effusion, joint fluid extraction and analysis can also be performed to assess whether there is infection, crystalline diseases (such as gout), or rheumatic diseases. Blood tests (such as C-reactive protein, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, etc.) help determine whether there is a possibility of systemic inflammatory disease.

Typical symptoms of synovitis include pain, swelling, limited movement, and stiffness in the joints in the morning. For patients suspected of synovitis, MRI is the most commonly used method, which can accurately show the thickening of the synovium and the inflammatory response. Ultrasound examination is intuitive and efficient, and can detect synovial effusion or other abnormalities in the joints. If there is clear effusion, joint fluid extraction and analysis can also be performed to assess whether there is infection, crystalline diseases (such as gout), or rheumatic diseases. Blood tests (such as C-reactive protein, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, etc.) help determine whether there is a possibility of systemic inflammatory disease.

Synovitis is usually caused by trauma, strain, arthritis or immune system diseases. If you feel obvious pain in your joints or limited mobility, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. At the same time, pay attention to avoid heavy physical labor in your life and reduce the burden on your joints. If synovitis is confirmed, you can cooperate with the doctor to rest, use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for pain, and do gentle rehabilitation training as appropriate. Medication or other interventions must be strictly followed according to the doctor's instructions to avoid aggravating inflammation or causing complications.