Exam 14: Articulations

Name and describe the types of cartilaginous joints, and give a location of each type.

The joint between the metatarsals and the phalanges is a hinge-type joint.

Name and describe the three types of fibrous joints, and give a location of each type.

Match each of the following terms with its main action. -Decrease the angle of a joint

The epiphyseal plate between the epiphysis and diaphysis is an example of which type of joint?

Dislocation of the hip can cause major damage to the hip joint, sometimes requiring surgical repair. Explain what the damage might be and why surgery might be required to repair the function of the joint.

The intercarpal joints occur at the points of articulation between the bones of the ankle.

Which joint allows for the most movement?

Circumduction consists of pivoting a bone on its own axis.

Kicking a football is accomplished by:

An example of a hinge joint is(are) the:

Plantar flexion is a movement that applies only to the hands and feet.

The iliofemoral ligament, which helps stabilize the hip, is one of the strongest ligaments in the body.

An articulation is a point of contact between bones.

Because of the instability of the glenoid cavity and humerus, one of the strongest ligaments in the body is found surrounding the shoulder.

In terms of function, which is considered an immovable joint?

Most of the symphysis joints in the body are in the appendicular skeleton.

Synchondrosis joints between the ribs and sternum allow for expansion of the chest cavity during breathing.

Match each of the following terms with its main action. -Turn the palm anteriorly

Define rotation and circumduction, and give an example of each.