Joints Flashcards
1
Q
Joint classification is based on the amount of _____ allowed
A
movement
2
Q
3 types of joints
A
- synthases: no movement
- Amphiarthroses: some movement
- Diarthroses: Free movement
3
Q
*** Gomphosis
A
peg and socket joint for teeth
4
Q
Fibrocartilage
A
unites bone
involved in pubic symphysis
5
Q
Hyaline cartilage
A
for movement
involved in pubic symphysis
6
Q
Synovial joints
A
-most joints in body
1. Articular cartilage: prevents bones from hitting each other
2. Synovial cavity
3. ***Articular joint capsule: synovial fluid (lubrication for bones) is constantly being made
7
Q
***Hinge joints
A
elbow and knee
8
Q
***Ball and socket joints
A
hip and shoulder
9
Q
***Bursa
A
sack of synovial fluid
bursitis is inflammation
10
Q
***Tendon sheath
A
encapsulates tendons
