Name: Different Types of Joints
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 10 min 51 s
Description: A joint is a connection between two bones. Explore different types of joints: Pivotal, Hinge, Saddle, Condyloid, glide, ball, and socket.

Question

What are joints? List the different types of joints, giving one example of each.

Accepted Answer

A joint is a place where two or more bones contact with the body and allow for movement. They give them flexibility and are necessary for motion. There are various kinds of joints, and each has a distinct structure and range of motion.

1. Immovable of fibrous joints: Fibrous connective tissue holds these immovable joints together. The sutures in the skull are an example of this joint.
2. Slightly movable or cartilaginous joints: These joints have limited movement and are connected by cartilage. An example is the pubic symphysis in the pelvis.
3. Freely movable or synovial joins: These are extremely flexible joints that are surrounded by a synovial capsule that secretes lubricating synovial fluid. Examples include the shoulder (ball and socket), elbow (hinge), and knee (pivot).

What are joints? List the different types of joints, giving one example of each.

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