Notes from NEET topper

Joints

Definition and Types:

  • Joints are connections between bones, allowing for movement and providing structural support.

  • Major types include:

    • Fibrous Joints: Immobile, e.g., sutures in the skull.

    • Cartilaginous Joints: Limited movement, e.g., intervertebral discs.

    • Synovial Joints: Highly mobile, e.g., hip and knee joints.

Functions:

  • Facilitate movement (e.g., walking, running, grasping).

  • Absorb shock and distribute loads.