amphiarthrosis

Examples of amphiarthrosis in the following topics:

• Syndesmoses

  • Along with symphysis joints, syndesmoses are classified as amphiarthrosis joints in that they allow slight movement.

• Classification of Joints on the Basis of Structure and Function

  • Amphiarthroses allow only slight movement; therefore, either type of cartilaginous joint is an amphiarthrosis.

• Cartilaginous Joints: Symphyses

  • A symphysis is an amphiarthrosis, which is a slightly movable joint.