Diarthrosis (Noun)
Meaning
A joint so articulated as to move freely.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The elbow joint is an example of a diarthrosis, which allows for a wide range of motion in flexion, extension, and rotation.
- In contrast to a fibrous joint, a diarthrosis joint contains synovial fluid and a fibrous joint capsule, enabling free movement.
- Diarthrosis joints, such as the hip and shoulder joints, have a synovial cavity that allows the bones to move freely against each other.
- The knee is a modified hinge-type diarthrosis joint that allows for flexion and extension movements.
- A ball-and-socket diarthrosis joint, such as the shoulder or hip, offers the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body.