Joints Review

Front

What is circumduction?

Back

Circumduction is a circular movement of a body part, where the end of the part moves in a circular path, such as moving a finger in a circular motion.

Front

What type of joint are carpals and tarsals examples of?

Back

Carpals and tarsals are examples of gliding joints, which allow bones to slide past each other.

Front

What type of joint is found between skull bones?

Back

The joints between skull bones are fibrous joints, specifically sutures, which are immovable.

Front

What is supination?

Back

Supination is the movement of turning the hand so that the palm faces upward or anteriorly, as in the anatomical position.

Front

What is abduction in terms of joint movement?

Back

Abduction is the movement of a limb away from the mid-line of the body.

Front

Define rotation in joint movement.

Back

Rotation is the movement of a body part around its own axis, such as turning the head from side to side.

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, functioning like a door hinge.

Front

Explain the term adduction.

Back

Adduction is the movement of a limb toward the mid-line of the body.

Front

What is a saddle joint?

Back

A saddle joint is a type of joint that allows for movement in two planes, such as the thumb joint, enabling grasping and rotation.

Front

What is the function of synovial fluid?

Back

Synovial fluid lubricates joints, reducing friction and allowing for smooth movement.