Three Functional Classifications of Joints
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Cartilaginous Joint
connected entirely by cartilage that allow movement between bones
Fibrous Joint
dense connective tissue consisting of collagen
Synovial Joint
most movable type of joint
Types of synovial joints
plane, saddle, hinge, ball-and-socket, saddle, pivot, ellipsoid
Types of fibrous joints
suture, syndesmosis
Types of cartilaginous joints
symphysis, synchondrosis, intervertebral joints