MUSCLE PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

SKELETAL MUSCLE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Where would you find a pivot joint?
A
Hips and shoulders
B
Elbows and neck
C
Ankles and Wrist
D
Knees and Elbows
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Pivot joint allows rotation, it is located in the neck.

Detailed explanation-2: -The elbow is both a hinge and a pivot joint that allows a person to bend, extend, and rotate the arm. It connects the end of the upper arm bone (distal humerus) to the bones of the forearm (radius and ulna) with ligaments, tendons, and muscles.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pivot joints allow rotation, and although you have many joints in your body, there are only three pivot joints. They are located in your neck, your wrist, and your elbow.

Detailed explanation-4: -The atlantoaxial joint is a unique joint with multiple distinct structural aspects contributing to its crucial function for cervical stability and mobilization. It consists of three distinct, synovial joints: one medial joint and two lateral atlantoaxial joints.

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