Synovial Joints Flashcards

1
Q

Pivot

A

Allows rotation (atlantoaxial joint)

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2
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Plane/ Gliding

A

one bone over the other bone (e.g.acromioclavicular joint)

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3
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Saddle

A

Similiar to condyloid but no axial rotation (first carpometacarpal joint)

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4
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Ball and Socket

A

Ball of one bone fits into socket of the other bone (e.g. glenohumeral joint)

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5
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Condyloid

A

Ovoid surface with condyle into elliptical cavity (radiocarpal joint)

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6
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Hinge

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Like a hinge on a door (interphalangeal joint)

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