Joint Classifications and Axial Skeleton Lecture Notes

Vocabulary flashcards covering joint mobility classifications and the axial skeleton based on the lecture.

Synarthrosis

A joint that does not move, such as the sutures found in the skull.

Amphiarthrosis

A joint that allows for a small amount of movement, but not very much.

Diarthrosis

A freely movable joint that enables movement, such as the knee joint or elbow.

Axial skeleton

A division of the skeleton whose primary function is protection, featuring mostly non-moving synarthrotic joints.

Sin-

A prefix meaning no movement.

Ampi-

A prefix meaning little.