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14 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
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Define articulation
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Where 2 bones come together
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What 2 classification methods are used to categorize joints?
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Degree of movement and structure
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Name and describe the 3 types of functial groups of joints.
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Synarthrosis-No Movement
Amphiarthrosis-Little Movement Diarthrosis-Free Movement |
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(Synovial Joints) 6 types & function
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Synovial Membrane
Articular Cartilage Synovial Fluid Cartilage Fat Pads Ligament |
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Lines the wall of the articulary cavity? (Synovial Joint)
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Synovial Membrane
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Found at the ends of bones in synovial joints & prevents bone to bone friction
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Articular Cartilage
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Secreted by synovial membrane
1. lubrication 2. nutrient distribution 3. shock absorbtion |
Synovial Fluid
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Like hyaline, but lacking perichondrium.
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Cartilage
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Fat Pads
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Packing material for the joints. (cushion)
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Ligament
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Support, strengthen, reinforce the joint.
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What is arthritis?
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Damage to articular cartilages
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3 reasons why joints become arthritic with age.
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Viral Infection, injury to joint,physical stress
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compare and contrast osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
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Osteoarthritis- comulative wear on joints or genetic factor affecting joint formation
Rheumatoid Arthritis- inflamatory condition |
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4 structures that help stabilize joints
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Bony fushion
Fibrous Joint Cartilaginous Joint Synovial Joint |
