Synarthrosis: Understanding Immovable Joints, Types, and Functions
A synarthrosis is a joint that allows no real movement, providing extreme stability and protection within the skeletal system by directly connecting b...
By Hart
Category: Anatomy & Physiology
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Medial Malleolus: Articulation, Function, and Clinical Importance
The medial malleolus primarily articulates with the medial aspect of the trochlea of the talus bone, forming a crucial part of the talocrural (ankle) ...
By Alex
Clavicle Joints: Understanding the Plane Joint, Anatomy, Function, and Injuries
The plane joint of the clavicle primarily refers to the acromioclavicular (AC) joint, a synovial articulation allowing subtle gliding movements crucia...
By Alex
Joints for Kids: Understanding Movement, Types, and Healthy Habits
A joint is a special place where two or more bones meet, allowing the body to move, bend, and perform actions like running and playing, essential for ...
By Hart
Tibiofibular Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Relevance of the Syndesmosis
The tibia and fibula are connected by a syndesmosis, a fibrous joint characterized by strong interosseous membranes and ligaments, which provides stab...
By Alex
Joint Classification: Understanding Structural and Functional Types
Joints are primarily classified in two ways: structurally, based on binding material and joint cavity presence, and functionally, based on their degre...
By Hart
Hip Joint: Anatomical Name, Structure, and Function
The anatomical name for the hip joint is the acetabulofemoral joint, which precisely describes the articulation between the acetabulum of the pelvis a...
By Hart
Arm Joints: Anatomy, Types, and Total Count in the Upper Limb
The anatomical arm (brachium) contains two major joints, the shoulder and the elbow, while the entire upper limb, commonly referred to as the arm, enc...
By Jordan
Tibial Tuberosity: Patellar Ligament Attachment, Function, and Related Conditions
The attachment site for the patellar ligament on the tibia is the tibial tuberosity, a prominent bony landmark essential for transmitting quadriceps f...
By Alex
