Flexion and extension/adduction and abduction

Compare and contrast the paired movements of flexion and extension with adduction and abduction.

Knee problems

The knee has been called “a beauty and a beast”. Provide several reasons that might explain the negative (beast) part of this description.

Sprains and cartilage injuries

Why are sprains and cartilage injuries a particular problem?

Parts of a joint

List the functions of the following elements of a synovial joint: fibrous part of the capsule, synovial fluid, articular disc.

Cranial and facial bones

Name the cranial and facial bones and compare and contrast the functions of the cranial and facial skeletons.