A&P Exam 3 Flashcards
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Articulation
where two bones connect to allow for body movements
- bone & teeth
- bone & cartilage
Joint Classification
- Functional (based on ROM of joint)
2. Structural (relies on anatomical organization of joint)
Joint Structure
Determines direction & distance of movement (ROM)
Joint stability decreases as joint mobility increases
Synarthrosis
Functional Classification
immovable, VERY STRONG
edges of bones may touch
Amphiarthrosis
Functional Classification
slightly movable
EX:
Diarthrosis
Functional Classification
freely movable
EX: ALL SYNOVIAL JOINTS
Examples of Synarthrosis Joints
- Suture -bound by dense connective tissue
- Gomphosis -fibrous connection
Binds teeth to socket - Synchondrosis -ridgid cartilaginous bridge between two bones
EX: epiphyseal plate, ribs & sternum
Examples of Amphiarthrosis Joints
- Syndesmosis -bones connected by ligaments
EX: distal tibiofibular joint ligament - Symphysis -bones seperated by fibrous cartilage
EX: pubic symphysis & intervertebral disks
Syndesmosis
High ankle sprain
Examples of Diarthrosis Joints
MOST COMMON JOINT IN THE BODY
surrounded by fibrous articular capsule
lined with synovial membrane
Components of Synovial Joints
- Articular Cartilages (hyaline cartilage without perichondrium)
- Synovial Fluid
- Accessory Structures
Articular Cartilages (hyaline minus perichondrium)
Avascular
smooth surface with minimal friction
articular surface of bone
damage=loss of smooth surface & replacement of rough collagen fibers (osteoarthritis)
Synovial Fluid
oily, viscous
prevents articular cartilage from touching
lubrication
nutrient distribution when joints move (waste absorbed through areolar tissue)
NO BLOOD!
Accessory Structure
cartilages -fibrous pad/articular disk
fat pads -localized masses of adipose tissue
ligaments -support & stabalize
tendons -limit ROM, dense regular connective tissue
bursae -reduce friction
Bursae
pockets of synovial fluid in thin connective tissue
Factors that stabalize
collagen fibers of joint capsule & ligaments that cross it
shape of articulating surfaces
tensionin tendons
Fat Pads
high amounts of sensory nerves
superficial to joint capsule
Types of dynamic motion
Linear (Gliding)
Angular
Linear Motion
movement of a bone parallel to plane of adjoining bone
all parts of bone move the same distance
NO ROTATION
EX: carpals, tarsals, scapular joint
Angular Motion
movement of a bone around a fixed point
EX: flexion & extension
goniometer
Gliding Joint (Plane joint)
Intercarpal
nonaxial
Hinge Joint
angular motion in a single plane
uniaxial
elbow, knee, DIP PIP
Pivot Joint
rotaion
uniaxial
EX: radioulnar (allows for supination & pronation)
Atlantoaxial
Ellipsoid Joint (Condylar)
oval articular face within a depression
biaxial
EX; MCP