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20 Cards in this Set
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Which of the below is not a functional classification of a joint?
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A. synarthroses
B. syndesmoses C. amphiarthroses Correct answer B |
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The defining feature of the synovial joint is what?
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joint cavity
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Intercarpal joints are an example of a ______ joint.
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Plane joint
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The interphalangeal joints are what type of joint?
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Hinge
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The Atlantoaxial joint (articulation of C1 & C2/Atlas & Axis) is an example of which type of joint?
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Pivot
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The radiocarpal joint is an example of which type of joint?
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Condyloid
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The joint with the largest range of motion is the ball & socket joint known as the ___________.
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Glenohumeral
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What is another word for the term articulation?
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Joint
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What is the Close-packed position?
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The position of a synovial joint in which the surfaces fit precisely together and maximal contact between the opposing surfaces occurs.
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What is Diathrosis?
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A freely movable synovial joint.
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Touching the thumb with the little finger is called
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Opposition
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What is the loose-packed position?
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The position of a synovial joint in which the joint capsule is most lax and the joint is least stable.
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What is the least-packed position?
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The joint capsule is at its most lasx.
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Joint capsule
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A connective tissue structure that connects the bony components of a freely movable joint.
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Viscoelasticity
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The combination of resistance offered by a fluid to a change of form and the ability of material to return to its original state after deformation.
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Arthrokinematics
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Movement of bone surface in the joint capsule including role, spin, and slide.
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Three types of joints
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Fibrous joints
Cartilaginous joints Synovial joints |
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What follows repetitive extension of the wrist or pronation-supination of the forearm?
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Lateral epicondylitis
(tennis elbow) |
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What follows repetitive wrist flexion, as in throwing?
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Medial epicondylitis
(golfer's or pitcher's elbow) |
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What is Gibbus?
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An angular deformity of a collapsed vertebra.
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