Movement Flashcard

Front

What are synarthroses?

Back

Synarthroses are immovable joints in the body, such as the cranial bones in the skull, which are held together by collagen fibers.

Front

What is a saddle joint?

Back

A saddle joint is a type of joint that allows for a wide range of movement, including the ability to grasp objects, as seen in the thumb.

Front

What bones are involved in a bicep curl?

Back

The humerus and scapula are the origin bones involved in a bicep curl.

Front

What is circumduction?

Back

Circumduction is a type of movement that allows a limb to move in a circular motion, like doing arm circles.

Front

What is extension in terms of movement?

Back

Extension is the movement that increases the angle between body parts, such as straightening the arm during a bicep curl.

Front

What are diarthroses?

Back

Diarthroses are freely movable joints in the body, such as the knee and elbow.

Front

What is a hinge joint?

Back

A hinge joint is a type of joint that allows movement in one plane, like the elbow or knee.

Front

What is a pivot joint?

Back

A pivot joint allows for rotational movement, such as the joint between the first and second vertebrae in the neck.

Front

What is abduction?

Back

Abduction is the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.

Front

What is adduction?

Back

Adduction is the movement of a limb toward the midline of the body.