Author: Muscle and Motion

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A joint is a place where two or more bones meet, also called an articulation These joints allow us the free movement to perform skills and techniques during physical activity. Synovial joints are classified into 6 (six) different categories on the basis of the shape and structure of the joint. It’s made of: Cartilage: Covers the bone, absorbs shocks, reduces bone friction Joint capsule: Keeps the joint’s bones together Synovial Fluid: Found in the joint’s cavity and lubricates the joint Synovial membrane Produces synovial fluid Along with these, the synovial joint is typically surrounded by tissue that holds up the…