Types of Joints

Front

This is where 2 bones meet, it is responsible for keeping bones far enough apart so they don't rub and they hold bones in place.

Back

Joint

Front

These attach muscles to bones

Back

Tendon

Front

These attach bones to bones

Back

Ligament

Front

These allow no movement between bones, they are interlocked and held together by connective tissue.

Back

Immovable joints

Front

These permit a small amount of movement, bones are further apart than immovable joints

Back

Slightly Movable Joint

Front

Most joints in the body, the ends of the bones are covered with a layer of cartilage that provides a smooth surface. What type of joint is this? Options: Immovable, Slightly Movable, Fixed, Freely Moveable

Back

Freely Moveable

Front

Permits a circular movement with the widest range of movement.

Back

Ball and Socket

Front

This joint permits a back and forth movement, allows for flexion and extension.

Back

Hinge

Front

This joint permits rotation of one bone around another.

Back

Pivot

Front

This type of joint permits a sliding motion of one bone over another, found between the wrist bone in humans.

Back

Gliding