Types Of Synovial Joints Flashcards
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What are the types of synovial joints
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Hinge,saddle,planer,pivot,condyloid and ball and socket
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What is a hinge joint
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Allows motion in one plane eg. Elbow
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What is a pivot joint
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A freely moveable joint that allows only rotary movement around a single axis eg. Neck
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What is a ball and socket joint
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Where a ball joins to another bone allowing greater freedom of movement than any other bone eg. Shoulder
5
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What is a saddles joint
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Allows movement in all directions except axial rotation eg. Fingers
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What is a planet joint
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Bones with articulating surfaces that are flat or slightly curved faces, these joints allow for gliding movements
7
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What is a condyloid joint
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A modified ball and socket that allows for flexion extension Abduction and addiction
