Syndesmosis
Syndesmosis
Syndesmosis (pronounced: sin-des-moh-sis) is a type of fibrous joint that allows slight movement and is formed by the interosseous membrane connecting the two bones. The term is derived from the Greek words "syn" meaning "together" and "desmos" meaning "band" or "ligament".
Anatomy
Syndesmosis is found between long bones in the body, such as the tibia and fibula in the lower leg, and the radius and ulna in the forearm. These joints are held together by a fibrous connective tissue known as the interosseous membrane.
Function
The main function of syndesmosis is to provide stability while allowing for some degree of mobility. This type of joint allows for slight movement in response to forces applied to the body, such as during walking or running.
Related Terms
- Fibrous joint: A type of joint in which the bones are connected by fibrous connective tissue.
- Interosseous membrane: A fibrous sheet that connects the adjacent surfaces of two bones.
- Tibia: The larger of the two bones in the lower leg, located on the inner side.
- Fibula: The smaller of the two bones in the lower leg, located on the outer side.
- Radius: One of the two bones in the forearm, located on the thumb side.
- Ulna: One of the two bones in the forearm, located on the pinky side.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Syndesmosis
- Wikipedia's article - Syndesmosis
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