med term 3 joints or articulations

fibrous joints

consisting of inflexible layers of dense connective tissue, holds bones tightly together

cartilaginous joints

allow only slight movement and consists of bones connected entirely by cartilage

synovial joints

is created where 2 bones articulate to permit a variety of motions

ball and socket joints

hips, shoulders, allow wide range of motion

hinge joints

such as knees and elbows, allow movement in one direction or plane

synovial capsule

outermost layer of strong fibrous tissue

ligaments

bands of fibrous tissue that form joints

bursa

fibrous sac that acts as cushion to ease movement in areas that are subject to friction such as shoulders, elbows, and knee joints