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Short Notes on Anatomy of the Joints of the Upper Limb

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A clear and concise study guide covering the anatomy of the upper limb joints, including the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. This PDF presents essential structures, movements, ligaments, and key clinical points in easy-to-revise short notes. Perfect for medical, nursing, physiotherapy, and allied health students preparing for exams or quick revision. Ideal for fast learning anytime, anywhere.

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ANATOMY
Medicine Made Simple

, Joints

Fibrous Cartilaginous Synovial
 Articular surfaces joined by
 Joint capsule
fibrous tissue
 Synovial membrane (lines
 Limited movement
the
Eg: skull sutures,
capsule, but does not cover
interosseus membrane
articular surfaces)
Primary Secondary




Synovial joints
 Articular surfaces
 Plane- inter metatarsal
 Hinge- humero-ulnar, interphalangeal
 Pivot- atlanto-axial
 Bicondylar- knee, TM joint
 Ellipsoid- metacarpo-phalangeal
 Saddle- thumb carpo-metacarpal
 Ball and socket- shoulder




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Publisher: 2019 ISBN: 9789388902731 Edition: Unknown

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