Chapter 8: Joints - Articulations

Flashcards covering key concepts about joints and articulations for review.

Articulation is the site where __________ meet.

two or more bones

The structural classification of joints includes __________, __________, and __________ joints.

Fibrous, Cartilaginous, Synovial

Synovial joints are also referred to as __________, meaning they are freely mobile.

diarthroses

The functions of joints include giving the skeleton __________ and holding it __________.

mobility; together

Fibrous joints are connected by __________ connective tissue only.

fibrous

Cartilaginous joints can be united by either __________ or __________ cartilages.

hyaline; fibro

A key structural characteristic of synovial joints is the presence of a __________.

joint cavity

Synovial fluid serves to __________ the joint and __________ cartilage.

lubricate; nourish

Ligaments connect __________ to __________, providing stability to joints.

bone; bone

The types of synovial joints include hinge joints, pivot joints, and __________ joints.

ball-and-socket

The __________ joint allows for rotation around one axis, such as between the radius and ulna.

pivot

The knee joint is a type of __________ joint that allows flexion and extension.

hinge

Menisci in the knee act as __________, improving joint stability.

shock absorbers

Common disorders of the knee joint include ligament tears and __________.

osteoarthritis

__________ joints are characterized by spherical heads allowing for the greatest range of motion.

Ball-and-socket

Injury to the knee often involves __________ or cartilage issues.

ligament

Osteoarthritis is caused by __________ and __________ of joints.

wear; tear

__________ is a common type of arthritis characterized by an autoimmune attack on joint lining.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Inflammation of a bursa is referred to as __________.

bursitis

A complete dislocation of a joint is referred to as __________.

luxation