Types of Joints Flashcard

Front

What is the relationship between the amount of movement a joint allows and its stability?

Back

More movement, less stability.

Front

What is "Circumduction"?

Back

Moving limb in a circle.

Front

Which type of joint is mostly immovable and connects with collagen fibers?

Back

Fibrous joint.

Front

What type of joint connects with cartilage and is slightly movable?

Back

Cartilaginous joint.

Front

What movements are allowed by a ball and socket joint?

Back

Flexion/Extension, Abduction/Adduction, Rotation.

Front

Define a synovial joint.

Back

A joint that allows for a wide range of movement and contains synovial fluid.

Front

What is the primary function of ligaments?

Back

To connect bones to other bones and provide stability to joints.

Front

What type of movement is 'Flexion'?

Back

Decreasing the angle between two body parts.

Front

What is 'Extension'?

Back

Increasing the angle between two body parts.

Front

Define 'Abduction'.

Back

Movement away from the midline of the body.