Types Of Joint Flashcards
1
Q
Fibrous joints aid performer
A
Aids sport by preventing movement
*provides protection
Eg.bones of cranium protect brain when heading a ball
2
Q
Cartilaginous joint
A
Slightly moveable
- bones held in place by strong pads of white fibrous cartilage
- absorbs shock
3
Q
How does cartilaginous joints aid the performer
A
absorbs shock
*allows limited movement
Eg movement of ribs when breathing
4
Q
Synovial joints
A
Most common
- movement allowed due to the presence of hyaline cartilage and synovial fluid (reduces friction)
- wide range of movement
- movement allowed depending on joint structure
5
Q
How does synovial joints aid the performer
A
Joint structure allows movement within permitted planes
*movement of freely available and pain free
Eg range of motion at shoulder
6
Q
Fibrous joints
A
Bones joined together by in-elastic fibrous structure
*no movement
