Joint Types Flashcards
1
Q
What is a hinge joint?
A
Are formed between two or more bones where the bones can only move along one axis to flex or extend.
2
Q
What is a pivot joint?
A
Allows rotary movement on a singular axis.
3
Q
What is a ball and socket joint?
A
Its structure is how it sounds, it moves in all axis.
4
Q
What is an ellipsoid joint?
A
Similar to ball and socket but rotation however it isn’t allowed on all three but only two axis.
5
Q
What is a saddle joint?
A
One of the bones forming the joint is shaped like a saddle with the other bone resting on it like a rider on a horse.
6
Q
What is a plane joint?
A
Where the joint meets there is a slight curve. To allow a little bit of movements they glide and slide very little amounts.
