Why are our joints (ankles, elbows, knees, knuckles, shoulders) much colder than the rest of the body?

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Why are our joints (ankles, elbows, knees, knuckles, shoulders) much colder than the rest of the body?

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Cartilage has much less blood flow than other parts of the body. Less blood flow means lower blood circulation so there is less heat generated.

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