Classification of joint with example

Classification of joint with example



Classification of joint with example:Joint are mainly are mainly classified structurally and functionally. structural classification is determined by how the bones connect to each other, while functional classification is determined by the degree of movement between articulating bones.

# structural classification are many types-
-Fibrous joint (sutures,gomphosis,syndesmosis)
-cartilaginous joint(Synchondrosis,symphysis)
- synovial joint(Plane,pivot,Saddle)


# The functional classification divides joints into three categories :
-Synarthroses(skull sutures)
-Amphiarthroses(intervertebral discs)
-Diarthroses(knee joint)

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