Joints Review for Final

Front

What is the joint action called when a limb moves away from the midline of the body?

Back

Abduction

Front

What is the term for the movement of the toes pointing down, away from the face?

Back

Plantar flexion

Front

What type of joint are the elbows and knees classified as?

Back

Hinge joint

Front

What is the joint action called when a limb decreases its angle towards the body?

Back

Flexion

Front

Which type of joint allows for the most movement?

Back

Synovial joint

Front

What is the joint action called when a limb moves towards the midline of the body?

Back

Adduction

Front

What is the term for the upward movement of the toes towards the shin?

Back

Dorsiflexion

Front

What type of joint allows for rotational movement, such as the shoulder?

Back

Ball and socket joint

Front

What is the term for joints that are connected by dense connective tissue and allow little to no movement?

Back

Fibrous joints

Front

What type of joint is characterized by a smooth surface that allows for gliding movements?

Back

Gliding joint