Bone Connections: Ligaments, Cartilage, and Joint Types
Bones are primarily connected by ligaments, which stabilize joints, and various forms of cartilage, which facilitate smooth movement and absorb shock ...
By Jordan
Category: Anatomy & Physiology
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The Gluteal Muscle Group: Anatomy, Function, and Training for Strength and Health
The gluteal muscle group, comprising the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus, is considered the largest and most powerful muscle group in the human b...
By Alex
The Spine: Joint Classification, Facet Joints, and Complex Movement
The spine is not a single plane joint but a complex structure comprising multiple joint types, including modified plane (gliding) facet joints and int...
By Hart
Shoulder Joint: Glenohumeral Joint, Shoulder Girdle, and Anatomy
The glenohumeral joint is the primary articulation commonly referred to as the shoulder joint, but the broader 'shoulder' encompasses a complex of fou...
By Jordan
Right Oblique Muscles: Anatomy, Functions, Exercises, and Injury Prevention
The "right oblique" refers to the external and internal oblique muscles on the right abdomen, which are vital for trunk rotation, lateral fl...
By Alex
Transverse Plane: Movements, Biomechanics, and Training
The transverse plane dictates the rotational movements of the human body, playing an indispensable role in everything from basic daily tasks to elite ...
By Jordan
Neck Joints: Understanding the Cervical Spine, Movement, and Health Importance
The neck is not a single joint but a complex system of interconnected articulations within the cervical spine (C1-C7), primarily the atlanto-occipital...
By Hart
The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ): Anatomy, Movements, and Clinical Relevance
The mandible articulates with the temporal bone at the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), a unique synovial joint classified as a modified hinge or gingly...
By Alex
Joints: Understanding the Differences Between Synovial and Fibrous Types
Fibrous joints are characterized by dense connective tissue uniting bones, offering little to no mobility, whereas synovial joints feature a fluid-fil...
By Jordan
