Joints Flashcards
1
Q
What are the structural joint classifications?
A
Fibrous - Immoveable.
Synovial - freely moveable.
Cartilaginous - most are slightly moveable.
2
Q
What are the functional joint classifications?
A
Synarthrosis - Immoveable.
Amphiarthrosis - slightly moveable.
Diarthrosis - freely moveable.
3
Q
Fibrous joints
A
Bones united by fibrous tissue. Ex. Sutures of the skull.
4
Q
Cartilaginous joints
A
Bone ends connected by cartilage. Ex. Intervertebral joints of the spinal column.
5
Q
Synovial joints
A
Bone ends are separated by a joint cavity containing synovial fluid.
6
Q
What are a joints to functions?
A
- Hold the bones together.
2. Give the skeleton mobility.
