Joints Flashcards
an articulation in which bones are joined by hyaline cartilage is called
synchondrosis
what type of joint is shown as a pubic symphysis/ veterbral disc?
symphyses
name the 4 classifications of synovial joints
elbow, knee, glenohumeral, temporomandibular
what are two locations of synchondroses
between rib/sternum, Epiphyseal plate
Which of the following are categorized as a symphysis?
Suture
Intervertebral discs
Synchondrosis
Synovial joints
intervertebral discs
Functionally, all synovial joints are classified as
diarthrosis
The bones in a synovial joint are separated by a space called a(n) _____.
joint cavity
______ is a simple movement in which two opposing surfaces slide slightly back-and-forth or side-to-side with respect to one another.
gliding
in a ____ motion, the angle between the bones does not change and only limited movement is possible in any direction.
gliding
Abduction: movement of bone____ midline
away from
Adduction: movement of bone____ midline
toward
circumduction: A continuous movement that combines ____, ____, ____ and ____ in succession
flexion, abduction, extension, adduction
Fibrocartilage of a ______ resists compression and acts as a shock absorber.
symphysis
______ is movement in an anterior-posterior plane that decreases the angle between the articulating bones.
flexion
When you raise your arm anteriorly, it is called ______ of the shoulder.
flexion