joints

Front

What is a pivot joint?

Back

A type of joint that allows rotational movement around a single axis, such as the joint between the first and second vertebrae in the neck.

Front

What connective tissue attaches bone to bone?

Back

Ligaments.

Front

What type of joint allows bones to move in almost any direction?

Back

Ball and socket joint.

Front

Give an example of a hinge joint.

Back

Knee and elbow.

Front

What type of joint are carpals and tarsals examples of?

Back

Gliding joint.

Front

What is a ball and socket joint?

Back

A joint that allows for rotational movement and movement in multiple directions, such as the shoulder and hip joints.

Front

What is the function of ligaments?

Back

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

Front

What is a gliding joint?

Back

A joint that allows for sliding movements between flat surfaces, such as the joints between the carpal bones.

Front

What is a saddle joint?

Back

A joint that allows movement in two planes, resembling a saddle, such as the thumb joint.

Front

What is a condyloid joint?

Back

A joint that allows movement but no rotation, such as the wrist joint.