Frequently Asked Questions - Is there more than one kind of
joint? Yes, there are three types of joint found in your body.
The first type is called a FIBROUS joint. These allow minimal
movement. The best example of this type of joint is the bones of
the skull. The second type is called a CARTILAGINOUS joint. Also
known as disc joints, they are found between the vertebrae of
the spine. The third type is called a SYNOVIAL joint. These
types comprise what we normally think of as joints. They are
found in the upper and lower extremities. The joining ends of
bone are covered by cartilage, which is contained in a tissue
capsule. The inner lining of the capsule has a synovial membrane
made up of cells that produce a fluid that lubricates the joint.
- What is a joint? A joint is the junction of two or more bones
(an articulating hinge), whether movable or not. Examples
include the knee joints, the shoulder or elbow joints, as well
as the hip joints. - What are the types of synovial joint
motion? There are six kinds o