Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
A plane joint is a type of synovial joint where two flat surfaces slide over each other, allowing for limited movement in multiple directions. They are found in areas requiring flexibility and stability, such as the carpal bones in the wrist.
This is a smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints, reducing friction and absorbing shock.
Ligament: A ligament is a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones or cartilages at a joint or supports an organ, providing stability and limiting excessive movement