major types of joints Flashcards

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fibrous

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is immovable joint offer no movement EG - skull, pelvis, scrum and sternum.

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cartilaginous

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Slightly Moveable joints are joined by cartilage and allow small movement EG- Vertebrae, ribs, sternum

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Synovial

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Freely movable joints in at least one direction
joined by joint capsule
synovial fluid on inside
protection and cushioning

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