The Joints Of The Body Flashcards
1
Q
Hinge
A
Allow for free movement in one plane only (elbow, knee)
2
Q
Pivot
A
Allows movement, more limited than ball and socket and hinge (the meeting of ulna and radius distal to the elbow joint)
3
Q
Ball and socket
A
Allows the greatest amount of movement in more than one direction (hips, shoulder)
4
Q
What is Synovial Fluid
A
The lubricating fluid which reduces friction between moving bones
5
Q
What is cartilage
A
Spongy material on the end of every bone which works as shock absorbers
