Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
syndesmoses
Noun
/ˌsɪn.dɛzˈmoʊ.siːz/
Definition
Syndesmoses are a type of fibrous joint where two bones are connected by a ligament or fibrous tissue.
Examples
- The distal joint between the tibia and fibula is an example of a syndesmosis.
- In a syndesmosis, there is a small amount of movement permitted between the bones.
Meaning
In anatomy, syndesmoses refer specifically to the joints that allow a limited amount of movement between bones, primarily through the action of ligaments.
Synonyms
- Fibrous joints
- Ligamentous joints
