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ginglymoid Meaning
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ginglymoid (a.)
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ginglymoid Sentence Examples
- The ginglymoid joint between the radius and ulna allows for hinging and rotation movements of the forearm.
- The interphalangeal joints of the fingers are ginglymoid joints that enable flexion and extension.
- The knee joint is a ginglymoid hinge joint that permits flexion and extension of the leg.
- The ginglymoid ankle joint connects the tibia and fibula to the talus and allows for plantar flexion and dorsiflexion.
- The mandibular condyle forms a ginglymoid joint with the temporal bone, enabling movements of the jaw.
- The elbow joint, a modified ginglymoid joint, combines hinge and rotational movements.
- The ginglymoid joint between the metacarpals and phalanges ensures the dexterity and precision of the hand.
- The metatarsophalangeal joints of the feet are ginglymoid joints that allow for flexion and extension of the toes.
- The intervertebral joints between adjacent vertebrae are modified ginglymoid joints that permit limited flexion and extension of the spine.
- Understanding the ginglymoid joint mechanism is crucial for designing prosthetics and orthotics that restore joint function.
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The ginglymoid joint between the radius and ulna allows for hinging and rotation movements of the forearm.
The interphalangeal joints of the fingers are ginglymoid joints that enable flexion and extension.
The knee joint is a ginglymoid hinge joint that permits flexion and extension of the leg.
The ginglymoid ankle joint connects the tibia and fibula to the talus and allows for plantar flexion and dorsiflexion.
