Radiocarpal Joint Classification etc

Cards (4)

  • Radiocarpal joint:
    • Between proximal row of carpal bones (convex) and the lower end of radius and ulnar articular disc (concave)
    A) radiocarpal joint
  • Radiocarpal Joint - Joint Classification:
    • Synovial ellipsoidal joint
    A) radiocarpal joint
  • Radiocarpal Joint - Axis of movement:
    • Two degrees of freedom
    A) radiocarpal joint
  • Radiocarpal Joint - Joint Capsule:
    • Attaches around articular margins of joint
    • Reinforced anteriorly and posteriorly by capsular thickenings
    • Reinforced medially and laterally by collateral ligaments
    A) radiocarpal joint