joints

Front

What is a joint?

Back

A joint is a connection between two or more bones in the body that allows for movement and flexibility.

Front

Name the type of joint that allows for sliding movements.

Back

Gliding joint.

Front

What type of joint allows for rotation, such as shaking your head no?

Back

Pivot joint.

Front

Define extension in terms of joint movement.

Back

Extension is the movement that increases the angle between two body parts, straightening or extending a limb.

Front

What is an example of a hinge joint?

Back

Knee and elbow.

Front

What is the backbone made up of?

Back

The backbone is made up of vertebrae.

Front

What type of joint is characterized by a rounded end fitting into a cup-like socket?

Back

Ball and socket joint.

Front

What is the function of a saddle joint?

Back

A saddle joint allows for movement in two planes, providing a greater range of motion than a hinge joint.

Front

What type of joint movement decreases the angle between two body parts?

Back

Flexion.

Front

Identify a joint that allows for abduction and adduction movements.

Back

Shoulder joint.