Topic 5 Flashcards
1
Q
What is articulation
A
Two bones coming together to form a joint
2
Q
Joint Structural classification x 3
A
Fibrous- held together by fibrous connective tissue. NO synovial cavity
Cartilaginous- held together by cartilage. NO synovial joint
Synovial- bones form joint surrounded by articular cartilage. DYNOVIAL CAVITY and membrane
3
Q
Functional classification of joints
A
Synarthrosis- immovable eg skull sutures
Amphiarthrosis- slightly movable, metatarsals
Diarthrosis- freely movable eg. Stifle joint
4
Q
What’s the structural and functional classification of stifle joint?
A
Diarthrosis
Synovial joint
5
Q
Is stifle a hinge joint ?
A
Yes
