Joint Movements

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What are fibrous joints?

Back

Fibrous joints are immovable joints where bones are connected by dense connective tissue.

Front

What type of joint is found at the hip and shoulder?

Back

The hip and shoulder joints are ball and socket joints, allowing for a wide range of motion.

Front

What type of joint is the elbow?

Back

The elbow is a hinge joint, allowing for bending and straightening.

Front

What type of joint allows for 'twiddling thumbs'?

Back

The joint that allows for 'twiddling thumbs' is a saddle joint.

Front

What type of joint is represented by sutures in the skull?

Back

Sutures in the skull are examples of fibrous joints.

Front

What is a synovial joint?

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A synovial joint is a freely movable joint characterized by a fluid-filled joint cavity.

Front

What is the function of cartilage in joints?

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Cartilage provides cushioning and reduces friction between bones in a joint.

Front

What is a pivot joint?

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

Front

What is a condyloid joint?

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A condyloid joint allows for movement in two planes, such as the wrist joint.

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What is a plane joint?

Back

A plane joint allows for gliding movements between flat surfaces, such as in the wrist.