Introduction to Joints.

Question 1

What are joints (articulations).

Answer 1

They are functional junctions between bones (320 joints in the body).

Question 2

3 Types of Joints.

Answer 2

Immovable - Fibrous
Slightly Moveable - Cartilaginous
Freely Moveable - Synovial

Question 3

Planes of Movement

Answer 3

Sagittal, Frontal & Transverse.

Question 4

Sagittal Plane

Answer 4

Flexion and extension normally occurs in this plane. e.g. bicep curl, leg extension as curl etc.

Question 5

Fontal Plane

Answer 5

Abduction, Adduction and lateral extension are frontal plane movements. e.g. shoulder press, lateral raise, lat pull down and side bends.

Question 6

Transverse (Horizontal)

Answer 6

Rotation occurs in this plane, when the shoulder joint ‘rotates’ around the body such as a chest flye, bench press (wide grip) clapping hands etc.