Module 2: Joints

Anatomy and physiology for sport

1. Classification of joints
   1. Fibrous or fixed joints
   2. Cartilaginous or slightly movable joints
   3. Synovial or freely movable joints
2. Classification of joints activity
3. Synovial joint activity
4. Types of synovial joint activity
5. Descriptions of joint movements
6. Synovial joints and movement activity

Synovial or freely movable joints

A synovial joint is a freely moving joint and is the most commonly occurring type of joint in the body. Synovial joints such as the knee, elbow and hip have a number of common features that are outlined below.

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Further information on synovial joints

The above link is an NLN resource - (c) LSC

The following link is the to the BBC website, that has some really useful interactions that help explain joints further.

Interactive guidance on joints