articulations Flashcards
1
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functional classification of joints
A
based on degree of movement
- synarthroses
- amphiarthroses
- diarthroses
2
Q
synarthroses
A
nonmovable joint (sutures in skull, gomphrosis) syn - means together
3
Q
amphiarthroses
A
slightly movable joint (interverterbral disc/symphysis pubis) pelvis moves slighty during birth
4
Q
diarthroses
A
most common; more movable
5
Q
structural classification of joints
A
based on structure of joint (how held together)
- fibrous
- cartilaginous
- synovial
6
Q
fibrous
A
syndesmosis
between bones of antebrachium and leg (crural)
7
Q
cartilaginous
A
symphysis
fibrocartilage pad, intervertebral discs, symphysis pubis
8
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synovial
A
joint capsule with synovial fluid
9
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arthron
A
arthritis, arthroscopic surgery
