Articulations- accessory structures

Question 0

Ligament

Answer 0

Band or sheet of dense regular fibrous tissue that connects structures; usually bones

Function: stabilize, strengthen, and reinforce most synovial joints

Question 1

Bursa

Answer 1

Closed, fluid filled sac lined with a synovial membrane; usually found in areas subject to friction

Function: alleviate friction

Question 2

Meniscus

Answer 2

Crescent-shaped fibrocartilage found in certain joints

Function: partially stabilize joint and act as cushions between articulate surfaces; continually change shape to conform to each movement

Question 3

Tendon

Answer 3

Cord of dense regular connective tissue that connects muscle to bone

Function: move the bone when muscle contracts, help stabilize joint providing mechanical support, sometimes limiting range of motion

Question 4

Tendon sheath

Answer 4

Elongated bursa, wraps around tendon where excessive friction occurs

Common in wrist and ankle

Alleviate friction