Articulations Flashcards
1
Q
What are the sub classes of Diarthrosis
A
Irregular Hinge Pivot Condyloid Saddle Ball and socket
2
Q
What are the sub classes for synarthrosis
A
Cartilaginous
Fibrous
Ligamentous
3
Q
The carpal joints are an example of what joint
A
Irregular
4
Q
The elbow joint is and example of what joint
A
Hinge
5
Q
The atlantoaxial joint is an example of what joint
A
Pivot
6
Q
The metacarpophalangeal joints are an example of what
A
Condyloid
7
Q
Thumb is an example of what
A
Saddle
8
Q
Joint between manubrium and sternum is what
A
Cartilaginous
9
Q
Sutures of the skull are examples of what
A
Fibrous
10
Q
Coracoacromial union is example of what
A
Ligamentous
11
Q
What are the two classifications
A
Diarthrosis
Synarthrosis
12
Q
What are the characteristics of Diarthrosis
A
- Articular cavity is present
- Joint encased within a ligamentous capsule
- Capsule lines with synovial membrane that secretes synovial fluid for joint lubrication
- Smooth articulate surface
- Articulate surface covered with hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage
13
Q
Characteristics of synarthrosis
A
- In cartilaginous and fibrous the two bones unite by means of an intervening substance
- Ligamentous is not a true joint
- No articulate cavity, capsule, synovial membrane or fluid
14
Q
Non axial joints?
A
Irregular joint
15
Q
Unusual joints
A
Hinge
Pivot
