Explores the anatomy and functions of human joints, categorizing them into three main types: fibrous, cartilaginous, and synovial. It details the characteristics and subtypes of each joint type ...
Cartilage is found at the ends of bones and where joints meet. Tendons attach muscles to the skeleton. Synovial joints (freely movable joints) allow us the free movement to perform skills and ...
Ball and socket joints also allow flexion and extension. Flexion of the shoulder joint occurs when the humerus (upper arm ... this is where the limb moves in a circle. This occurs at the shoulder ...