Synovial Joints Flashcards
1
Q
Pivot
A
Allows rotation (atlantoaxial joint)
2
Q
Plane/ Gliding
A
one bone over the other bone (e.g.acromioclavicular joint)
3
Q
Saddle
A
Similiar to condyloid but no axial rotation (first carpometacarpal joint)
4
Q
Ball and Socket
A
Ball of one bone fits into socket of the other bone (e.g. glenohumeral joint)
5
Q
Condyloid
A
Ovoid surface with condyle into elliptical cavity (radiocarpal joint)
6
Q
Hinge
A
Like a hinge on a door (interphalangeal joint)