Articulations of the Axial Skeleton Flashcards
1
Q
- Atlantoaxial jt. structural classification and type?
A
Synovial pivot
2
Q
- Atlantoaxial jt. functional classification?
A
Diarthrosis
3
Q
- Atlantoaxial jt. actions?
A
Head rotation
4
Q
- Atlantoaxial jt. articulating parts?
A
Anterior arch of atlas and dens of axis
5
Q
- Sternocostal jt. structural classification and type?
A
Cartilaginous, synchondrosis
6
Q
- Sternocostal jt. functional classification?
A
Synarthrosis
7
Q
- Sternocostal jt. actions?
A
None
8
Q
- Sternocostal jt. articulating parts?
A
Costal notches of sternum and sternal end of 1st rib
9
Q
- Sternocostal jt. structural classification and type
A
Synovial plane
10
Q
- Sternocostal jt. functional classification
A
Diarthrosis
11
Q
- Sternocostal jt. actions?
A
Some gliding between sternum and ribs 2-7
12
Q
- Costochondral jt. structural classification and type?
A
Cartilaginous synchondrosis
13
Q
- Costochondral jt. functional classification?
A
Synarthrosis
14
Q
- Costochondral jt. actions?
A
None
15
Q
- Costochondral jt. articulating parts?
A
Ribs and costal cartilage
16
Q
- Intervertebral jt. structural classification and type?
A
Cartilaginous symphysis