Chapter 9 Joints

Joint Classification Functional Classification Synarthrosis – immovable Amphiarthrosis – slightly movable Diarthrosis – freely movable

Structural Classification: Fibrous joints (synarthroses) Cartilaginous joints Synovial joints

Types of Fibrous Joints Synarthroses Sutures – dense fibrous connective tissues in the skull. Syndesmoses – ligaments or membranes holding bones together. Example: tibia and fibula. Gomphoses – where the roots of the teeth attach to bone.

Types of Cartilaginous Joints Synchondroses – hyaline connection as in epiphyseal plates; ribs to manubrium. Symphyses – hyaline and fibrocartilage join the pubic bones.

Synovial Joints Have the following as part of the joint: Articular capsule Synovial fluid Accessory ligaments Articular discs / menisci Bursa

Words to Learn Sprain Rheumatoid arthritis Strain Osteoarthritis Bursitis Gouty arthritis Luxation Lyme disease Subluxation Synovitis Rotator cuff injury Arthritis