Types of Synovial Joints

Question 1

Hinge (ginglymus)

Answer 1

Ex. Elbow, knee
-flexion, extension

Question 2

Ball and Socket (enarthrodial)

Answer 2

Ex. Shoulder, hip
-all movements

Question 3

Pivot (trochodial)

Answer 3

Ex. Neck (C1 and C2), radius/ulna
-rotation movements

Question 4

Gliding (arthrodial)

Answer 4

Ex. Carpals and tarsals
-small movements in all ranges

Question 5

Saddle (sellar)

Answer 5

Ex. Base of thumb
-flexion/extension, abduction/adduction

Question 6

Ellipsoid (condyloidal)

Answer 6

Ex. Distal radius to carpal bones
-flexion/extension, abduction/adduction