Joints Chapter 8
What is a joint? Defined as the site where two or more bones meet. Also called an “articulation”. Joints allow mobility within our skeleton.
Classification of Joints Functional classification Synarthroses Amphiarthroses Diarthroses
Classification of Joints Structural classification Fibrous joints Cartilaginous joints Synovial joints
Classification of Joints
FIBROUS JOINTS General Characteristics Bones are joined by fibrous tissue No joint cavity is present Most are immovable but some are slightly moveable
Types of Fibrous Joints Sutures Synostosis Gomphosis Syndesmosis
Sutures
Synostosis
Gomphosis
Syndesmosis
CARTILAGINOUS JOINTS General Characteristics Articulating surfaces are united by cartilage No joint cavity Can be synarthrotic or amphiarthrotic
Types of Cartilaginous Joints Synchondrosis Symphysis
Synchondrosis
Symphysis
SYNOVIAL JOINTS General Characteristics Articular bones are separated by a fluid-filled cavity Joints of limbs Diarthrotic
Components of a Synovial Joint
Functions of a Synovial Fluid
Accessory Structures of a Synovial Joint
Movements of Synovial Joints Axis of motion Nonaxial Uniaxial Biaxial Multiaxial
Movements of Synovial Joints
Movements Relative to Anatomical Position
Movements with Limited Applications
Special Movements
Classes of Synovial Joints
Joint Injuries Sprains Dislocations Bursitis Tendonitis Synovitis Patellar bursitis Dislocation of the shoulder joint
Arthritis
Gouty Arthritis