What Fibrous joint is Syndesmoses?

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Solace M.
Sep 16, 2017

A fibrous joint between two bones and linked by ligaments and a strong membrane

Explanation:

The most commonly known syndesmostic joint is the Distal Tibiofibular Syndesmosis. This is a fibrous joint between the dista and and fibular, linked by ligaments and a strong membrane. Unlike most joints, it has limited freedom of movement, designed as it is to help the ankle durring weight-carrying activities. Another example of a syndesmostic joint is the radioulnar joint.

http://www.aofas.org/PRC/conditions/Pages/Conditions/Injuries-to-the-Syndesmosis.aspx

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fibrous_joint#Syndesmosis

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