2. At the completion of this unit, learners will be able
to:
• Define the term joint .
• Describe three types of joints:
• Fibrous
• Cartilaginious
• Synovial
• Characteristics features of synovial joints.
3. Joints:
• A joint is the site at which any two or more bones articulate or come
together. Joints allow flexibility and movement of the skeleton and
allow attachment between bones.
Dr. Faiza Munir Ch
Medical Officer
MINAS
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