Joint Classifacation Flashcards
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Synarthrosis
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Junction between bones allowing little to no movement (sutures of the skull)
- Primary function: firmly bind bones together and transmit forces from one bone to another
2
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Amphiathorosis
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Formed primarily by fibrocartilage and hyaline cartilage (inter-vertebral disc) - Allow limited amounts of motion
- Primary function: provide shock absorption
3
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Diarthrosis (synovial joint):
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- Articulation that contains a fluid-filled joint cavity between two or more bones
4
Q
Synovial fluid/membrane
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provides joint lubrication and nutrition
5
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Articular cartilage
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- dissipates and absorbs compressive forces
6
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Articular capsule
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connective tissue that surrounds and binds the joint together
7
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Capsular ligaments
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- thickened regions of connective tissue that limit excessive joint motion
8
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- Blood vessels
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provide nutrients to the joint
9
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- Sensory nerves
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transmits signals regarding pain and proprioception (sensory awareness of the body’s position)
10
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2 ball and socket joints
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Coxal
