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Three classifications based on degree of movement |
Synathrosis- together immovable joints Amphiarthrosis- slightly moveable on both sides Diarthrosis- freely moveable |
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Joints based on anatomical characteristics |
Fibrous joints- bones held together by DICT rich in collagen fibre. No cavity present. SYNARTHROSIS Cartilaginous joints- held together by cartilage. No cavity present. Eg. Intervertebral discs and pubic symphysis. AMPHIARTHROSIS Synovial joints- have cavities. United by DICT in the form of an articular capsule. All synovial joints are DIARTHROSIS |
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What is a synovial joint? |
Two articulating bones meeting at the synovial joint. Cavity contains synovial fluid. Both bones surrounded by articular cartilage. Articular capsule surrounds and covers entire Join. |
