Types of Synovial Joints

Question 1

Hinge

Answer 1

Allows movement in one plane (uniaxial). Flexing and extension.
Ex. Elbow and interphalangeal

Question 2

Pivot

Answer 2

Allows rotational movement in one axis.

Ex. Proximal radioulnar joint and the joint between the axis and atlas

Question 3

Condyloid

Answer 3

Allows biaxial movements in 2 planes.

Ex. Wrist (radiocarpal) and knuckles (metacarpophalangeal)

Question 4

Saddle

Answer 4

Allows movement in two planes (biaxial).

Ex. Thumb metacarpal

Question 5

Ball and Socket

Answer 5

Allows multiaxial movement.

Ex. Shoulder and hip joints

Question 6

Plane

Answer 6

Allows sliding (nonaxial) movements on 1 or 2 planes. 
Ex. Intercarpal and intertarsal joints