Joints

Question 1

describe synovial joints

Answer 1

articular surface of bones - smooth surface
articular cartilage
synovial membrane and fluid (synovial capsule)

Question 2

what is a uniaxial joint, name types

Answer 2

one direction
- hinge joint (elbows, knees)
- pivot (atlantoaxial joint )

Question 3

what is a biaxial joint, name example

Answer 3

move in two planes
flex/extend
adduct/abduct
knuckles
wrists

Question 4

multi axial joint, example

Answer 4

most mobile joint, rotate
- ball and socket
saddle joints
- hip and shoulders

Question 5

ball and socket joint

Answer 5

hip and shoulder