Lecture Six : Joints II - Joint Classifications

7 important questions on Lecture Six : Joints II - Joint Classifications

Explain the structure of the Synovial Joint ?

  • Bony congruence (bone ends) : contributing factor to the range of motion at a joint. The higher the bony congruence, the more stable and less mobile a joint will be.
  • Articular cartilage : Covers bone ends where they articulate. The bone underneath cartilage (subchondral bone) is smooth.
  • Synovial membrane : lines the inner surface of the joint capsule and secretes synovial fluid.
  • Synovial fluid : Clear liquid which lubricates the joint.
  • Menisci : Discs of fibrocartilage which deepen articulation, making the joint more stable.

What is a Hinge Joint ?

  • Examples are Ankle, Elbow and Interphalangeal joints
  • Uniaxial
  • Movements that occurs in this joint are Flexion and Extension

What is a Saddle Joint ?

  • Example is the base of thumb
  • Biaxial
  • Movements that occur in this joint is Circumduction and obligatory rotation
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What is an Ellipsoid Joint ?

  • Example is the radiocarpal joint
  • Biaxial
  • Movements that occur in this joint are Flexion, Extension, Adduction and Abduction

What is a Condylar Joint ?

  • Example is the knee
  • Biaxial
  • Movements that occur in this joint is Flexion, Extension and Rotation (when the knee is flexed)

What is the Plane Joint ?

  • Examples are  the intercarpal, intertarsal and intervertebral joints
  • Multiaxial
  • Movements that occur in this joint are Sliding and Gliding

What is a Ball and Socket Joint ?

  • Examples are the Hip and Shoulder
  • Multiaxial
  • Movements that occur in this joint are Extension, Flexion, Adduction, Abduction and Rotation

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