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Question
Differentiate between the following.
Ball and socket Joint and hinge Joint
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Solution
- Ball and socket Joint:
- A ball-shaped head of one bone articulates with a cup-like socket of j an adjacent bone.
- Movement can occur in three planes. This joint allows the greatest range of movement.
- Example: Shoulder, Hip
- Hinge Joint:
- A cylindrical protrusion of one bone articulates with a trough-shaped depression of an adjacent bone.
- Movement is restricted to one plane. This joint allows bending and straightening only.
- Example: Elbow Knee Ankle
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