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Amphiarthrodial joint
A joint that allows slight movement.
Synarthrodial joint
An immovable joint characterized by bones held together by tough connective tissue.
Diarthrodial joint
A freely movable joint that has a joint capsule.
Epiphysis
The area of a long bone where growth occurs.
Hyaline cartilage
A thin layer of cartilage covering the ends of bones.
Synovial membrane
A tissue that surrounds a diarthrodial joint and secretes a slippery fluid.
Joint capsule
A sleevelike structure that covers a joint.
Fibrous joints
Another name for a synarthrodial joint.
Epidermis
The most superficial layer of the skin.
Proximal
Closer to the point of attachment or origin.
Distal
Farther from the point of attachment or origin.
Medial
Closer to the midline of the body.
Lateral
Farther from the midline of the body.
Anterior
The front aspect of the body.
Posterior
The back aspect of the body.
Tendon
A strong fibrous cord that attaches muscles to bone.
Frontal plane
The plane of motion for shoulder abduction.
Hinge joint
A type of joint that allows flexion and extension, as seen in the elbow and knee.
Ball and socket joint
A joint that allows all motions, as seen in the shoulder and hip.
Slight rotation
A limited movement capability at the knee joint.
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