joints Flashcards
1
Q
what is a joint?
A
where 2 bones meet
2
Q
what is a strain?
A
when a muscle is pulled
3
Q
what are bursae?
A
- sacs filled with synovial fluid
- between the muscles
- prone to inflammation
4
Q
what are ligaments?
A
bands of fibrous tissue that crosses joints
5
Q
why do ligaments heal poorly?
A
avascular: poor nerve/blood supply
6
Q
what are tendons?
A
- connective tissue from the muscle to bone
- prone to tendonitis
7
Q
what is the term used when a tendon is strained?
A
stretched
8
Q
where does growth happen in the bone?
A
at the proximal and distal ends
9
Q
what is a glenohumeral joint?
A
- from the glenoid fossa
- between the scapula and humerus
10
Q
what is the acromial-clavicular joint?
A
between the clavicle and acromion
11
Q
what are 3 types of cartilage?
A
- hyaline (nose)
- fibrous (menisci)
- elastic (external ear)
