Synovial Joints
Synovial associated with 80% of the movement in the body. Produces synovial fluids within the joint to reduce friction. There are six synovial joints. Contains connective tissue.
Gliding Joint:
The Gliding joint moves back and forth or side to side. An example is the Carpals on the hand.
Condyloid Joint:
One bone fits into another bone. The movement occurs in one plane. An example is the knee joint.
Hinge Joint:
The Hinge joint allows for movement in plane. An example is the Elbows and Ankles.
Saddle Joint:
One bone sits in the other like a saddle. The Saddle joint moves in two places. It is also only found in the join of the thumb.
Pivot Joint:
Allows for movement in all three planes of motion; Sagittal, Frontal, and Transverse. Allows for rotation, pronation, and supination.
Ball-and-Socket Joint:
Most mobile of all joints. Allow movement in all three planes. Found in the Shoulder and Hip joints.
Gliding Joint:
The Gliding joint moves back and forth or side to side. An example is the Carpals on the hand.
Condyloid Joint:
One bone fits into another bone. The movement occurs in one plane. An example is the knee joint.
Hinge Joint:
The Hinge joint allows for movement in plane. An example is the Elbows and Ankles.
Saddle Joint:
One bone sits in the other like a saddle. The Saddle joint moves in two places. It is also only found in the join of the thumb.
Pivot Joint:
Allows for movement in all three planes of motion; Sagittal, Frontal, and Transverse. Allows for rotation, pronation, and supination.
Ball-and-Socket Joint:
Most mobile of all joints. Allow movement in all three planes. Found in the Shoulder and Hip joints.
Non-Synovial Joints
These joints have no cavities and no connective tissue. There are not a lot of these types of joints, but an example is the Sutures of the Skull.