Fibrous Joints and Cartilaginous Joints
Joints are the weakest parts of the skeleton?
True
What is the most common joint injury
Dislocation
what are the structural characteristics of synovial joints
two bones that have a fibrous capsule between
What is the abbreviation for the surgical robot?
ROBODOC
What is the longest bone in the human body?
femur
what are the two types of cartilaginous
Synchondroses and symphyses
the inflammation of a fluid filled sacs that reduce friction between tissues around joints can lead to pain especially in the hips, elbow and knee
bursitis
what is synovial fluid
a viscous fluid between joint that prevents friction
What is is called when healthy bone and cartilage are removed from one part of the body and transplanted to the injured joint?
Osteochondral Grafting
What is the smallest bone in the human body?
Stapes in the ear
To what functional class do most fibrous joints belong?
synarthroses and amphiarthroses
there are 4 ball joints in the body what limbs do they attach to
arms and legs
the fibrous sack containing synovial fluid
bursae
How long do hip and knee replacements last?
10-15 years
What has the greatest range of motion and is the largest joint in the body?
The knee
In Cartilaginous joints, the bones are connected by a. Fibrous tissue b. Collagen fibers c. cartilage
c. cartilage
there are 6 major categories of synovial joints based on shape
plane, hinge, pivot, condylar ,saddle and ball and socket joints
what is a common inflammatory arthritis, causing pain and joints swelling
gout
How many Americans received a total joint replacement?
1 million Americans received
Muscles make up __% of the body's weight
What joint is the strongest?
Mortise and tenon joint
The terms __and__ refer to the movements of the radius around the ulna?
Suspination and pronation
what is the most common joint disease
osteoarthritis
Who is Sir John Charnley?
English orthopedic surgeon who created the very first artificial hip design that is still in use today
How many bones are in the skeletal system?
206 bones