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.
The joint damage associated with osteoarthritis causes swelling, pain, and deformity. Here is information about how osteoarthritis affects the foot and ankle and information you can use to help you manage this debilitating condition.ach foot has 28 bones and more than 30 joints. The following are the most common foot joints affected by osteoarthritis: 1  The three joints of the foot that involve the heel bone, the inner mid-foot bone, and the outer mid-foot bone. 2  The joint of the big toe and foot bone. 3  The joint where the ankle and shinbone meet.