Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

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Students will find it easier to start with which type of joints when learning about the classification of joints?

Synovial joints

Fibrous joints

Cartilaginous joints

Immovable joints

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Understand that joints are classified based on their structure and function. The three main types of structural classifications are synovial joints, fibrous joints, and cartilaginous joints.

Begin by recognizing that synovial joints are the most complex and movable type of joint, making them easier to study due to their distinct features such as a joint cavity, synovial fluid, and articular cartilage.

Learn that fibrous joints are simpler in structure and are connected by dense connective tissue, allowing little to no movement. Examples include sutures in the skull.

Explore cartilaginous joints, which are connected by cartilage and allow limited movement. Examples include intervertebral discs and the pubic symphysis.

Conclude that synovial joints are often the easiest starting point for learning because they are highly functional, commonly found in the body, and have clear structural components that can be observed and studied.