Quiz Ch. 8
1. What is one main functions of joints?
2. Name 2 parts of a synovial joint.
3. From what part of the joint capsule is synovial fluid secreted?
4. What are menisci?
5. What are two types of synovial joints?
Introduction• Types of Joints (structural classification)
– 1.– 2.– 3.
• Synovial Joints– Diarthrotic, meaning…– Complex– Parts
• 1.• 2.• 3
General Structure of a Synovial Joint
• Articular cartilage– 1.– 2.– 3.
• Joint capsule– 1.– 2. Two layers
• Outer-• Inner-
General Structure of a Synovial Joint
• Synovial Fluid– 1.– 2.– 3.– Can indicate joint health
• Bloody, with lipids- • Clear- • Cloudy, yellowish- • Crystals-• Cloudy, red tinged, pus-
Types of Synovial Joints
• Six major types– Ball and Socket– Condyloid– Gliding– Hinge– Pivot– Saddle
• Classified by shapes and movements
Types of Joint Movements
• Muscles produce movements at synovial joints
• Muscle contracts– Pulls movable end (__________) toward
immovable end (___________)– Movement occurs at joint
• Arthritis– Inflammation of joint– _______ different types– Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)– Osteoarthritis– Lyme Arthritis
Clinical App. 8.2 : Joint Disorders