Joints
What is a Joint? A location where two bones make contact Allow movement Provide support
Joint Classification Classified structurally and functionally
Joint Classification STRUCTURALLY Fibrous Cartilaginous Synovial
Joint Classification FUNCTIONAL Synarthrosis Amphiartrosis Diarthrosis
Fibrous Joints Connected by dense connective tissue (collagen) Fixed/immovable Skull
Cartilaginous Joints Connected only by cartilage Form growth regions Spinal column Sternum
Synovial Joints Bones are separated by a cavity filled with fluid There are 6 Gliding Condyloid Saddle Hinge Ball and socket Pivot
Gliding Smooth movement in many directions with a smooth surface Hand and foot
Condyloid Irregular surface where bones are gliding past each other Wrist
Saddle Two bones that fit together Bending motion Thumb
Hinge Form between 2 bones Flex and extend Elbow
Ball and Socket Allow stable movements in several directions Bending in several directions Hip joint
Pivot Rotational motion occurs without gliding Heads range of motion
Bursae & Tendon Sheaths Associated with synovial joints Bags of lubricant Located near tendons/ligaments/joints
Bunion Bunion- enlarged bursa at the base of the big toe, swollen from rubbing
Bursae & Tendon Sheaths Tendon sheath- elongated bursa that wraps around a tendon Subject to friction
Joint Injuries Sprain Ligaments reinforcing a joint are stretched or torn
Joint Injuries Cartilage Injuries Snap/pop of cartilage when working out Cartilage is avascular (cant repair itself)
Joint Injuries Dislocations Bones forced out of alignment Subluxation- partial dislocation
Arthritis Over 100 different types Most widespread crippling disease 1/7 Americans
Osteoarthritis Most common chronic arthritis Related to aging Enzymes break down cartilage Progresses slowly Aspirin, therapy
Rheumatoid Arthritis Arises between 40-50 Joint stiffness Flare-ups Autoimmune (body attacks itself) Reaction is unknown (bacteria?)
Gouty Arthritis Uric acid levels rise and can’t be excreted properly Bones can fuse and immobilize joint Patients need to control diet (promoting uric acid production)