Joints Flashcards
Way of movement: synarthrotic
Immoveable
The joint where two bones meet
Articulations
Amount of movement: diarthrotic
Freely movable
Amount of movement: amphioarthrotic
Slightly movable
Organization of joints
Bony
Fibrous
Cartilaginous
Synovial
Synarthrotic joints
Immovable joints
Aynarthrotic types: suture
Skull
Synarthrotic types: gomphosis
Tooth and jaw
Synarthrotic types: synchondrosis
Growth plates- kids
Synarthrotic types: synostosis
Fused growth plates- adults
Amphioarthrotic joints
Slightly movable, weaker
Amphioarthrotic types: syndesmosis
Bones connected to ligaments
Amphioarthrotic types: symphasis
Dobro cartilage
Diarthrotic joints
Freely movable (weakest)
Joints with a capsule filled with fluid the consistence of an egg white
Synovial joints
Synovial joints provide:
- Lubrication
- Shock absorber
- Gives nutrients
Reduce friction and reduces impact
Articular cartilage
Wedges of tissue between bones
Meniscus
Minus does:
- Reduce shock
- Stabilize the joint
- Cushion the joint