Types of moveable joints (synovial)

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Types of moveable joints (synovial) with examples and an image
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  • Moveable Joints (Synovial)
  • Ball and socket  The round head of a long bone fits into the hollow socket of another bone
  • Pivot One bone sits upon another bone and allows it to pivot
  • Hinge Two bones are joined together like the hinge of a door
  • Shoulder
  • Elbow
  • Neck
  • Hip
  • Knee
  • Ankle
  • Moves in all directions with a free range of motion
  • Moves in a side ways rotation
  • Moves back and forward
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