Bone Marrow vs. Cartilage: Structure, Function, and Key Differences
Bone marrow is a soft, highly vascularized tissue primarily responsible for blood cell production, while cartilage is a firm, avascular connective tis...
By Jordan
Category: Anatomy & Physiology
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Sternoclavicular Joint: Functional Classification, Structure, and Biomechanical Significance
The sternoclavicular (SC) joint is functionally classified as a diarthrotic (freely movable) and multiaxial synovial joint, enabling extensive upper l...
By Alex
Atlantoaxial Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Significance
The atlantoaxial joint is the pivotal articulation between the first two cervical vertebrae, the atlas (C1) and the axis (C2), primarily responsible f...
By Jordan
Tibia's Inferior Surface: Articulation with the Talus and Ankle Joint Function
The inferior surface of the tibia primarily articulates with the talus bone, forming the superior aspect of the talocrural joint, also known as the an...
By Alex
The Knee Joint: Anatomy, Types, and Function
The knee is a complex synovial joint composed of two main articulations: the tibiofemoral modified hinge joint and the patellofemoral plane (gliding) ...
By Alex
Foot Joint Movements: Anatomy, Primary Actions, and Functional Significance
The foot's complex structure of 26 bones and numerous joints enables a wide range of movements, including dorsiflexion, plantarflexion, inversion, eve...
By Hart
Synarthrosis: Understanding Immovable Joints, Their Types, and Essential Functions
The type of joint that is not movable is known as a synarthrosis, which provides crucial stability and protection to vital body structures through its...
By Hart
Hinge Joints: Examples, Function, and Biomechanical Significance
The elbow and knee joints are the two primary examples of hinge joints in the human body, facilitating movement primarily in a single plane.
By Jordan
Radioulnar Joint: Stabilizing Ligaments, Function, and Clinical Implications
The radioulnar joints are primarily stabilized by the annular ligament at the proximal end and the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC), including...
By Alex
