Chapter 9 Flashcards
(20 cards)
The joint between the hamate and the capitate represent a ______ joint
Plane
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Strengthen superior part of articular capsule
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F
Bending over and touching your toes describes what functional movement in reference to your intervertebral discs?
diarthrosis
The acetabular labrum is an anatomical component of the _____ joint and the glenoid labrum is an anatomical component of the ____ joint.
Coxal / glenohumeral
Gliding occurs between
Flat bones and slightly curved bones
Which is a degenerative joint disease in which joint cartilage is gradually lost due to a combination of aging, obesity, wear and abrasion of the joints?
Osteoarthritis
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B & F
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Limits hyperextension
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A
Which is made from dense regular connective tissue?
Ligaments
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C
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A & B
The radial head articulating with the radial notch of the ulna represents what type of synovial joint ?
Pivot joint
Which of the following structures is used to reduce friction in joints?
- Bursae
- Synovial fluid
3.accessory ligaments - Labrum
1 & 2
The hormone relaxin stimulates changes that lead to increased range of motion in the
Punic symphysis
Bending over and touching your toes describes what movement in reference to your intervertebral discs?
Flexion
Which types of joints lack a synovial cavity?
1. Fibrous joints
2. Cartilaginous joints
3. Synovial joints
1 & 2
The maxillae bones usually completely fuse into one one before birth.
This joint is known as….?
Synostosis
What is the function of the meniscus?
It helps absorb shock and distributes weight
