Grossly, the kidneys are bean-shaped structures and weigh about 150 g in the male and about 135 g in the female. They are typically 10-12 cm in length, 5-7 cm in width, and 2-3 cm in thickness. The images below further depict kidney anatomy and positioning Renal anatomy, renal fascia.
Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage of a joint erodes (breaks down). Bones begin to rub against each other, causing pain and difficulty moving the joint. Osteoarthritis also can affect nearby bones, which can become enlarged in places. These enlargements are called bone spurs or osteophytes.
Best Ways to Treat Joint Pain Stiff or swollen joints can result in pain, especially first thing in the morning and after resting. Here's what you can do to ease it. The most common form of joint pain, osteoarthritis, is a breakdown of cartilage that lines and cushions joints. Itâs more common in older people but can develop sooner in those who have had a joint injury or do continuous high-impact, vigorous activities that involve pounding on the joints.