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23 Peer Pointers

There are many different kinds of joints. It is easiest to remember the difference between them by recalling an example of the joint.

Pivot: C1 and C2, Radius, and Ulna
Hinge: Elbow, Knees
Saddle: Thumb (creates opposable thumbs)
Plane: Gliding between Tarsals
Condyloid: Radius and Carpals
Ball and Socket: Shoulder and Hips

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