Suture

Definition

A suture is a type of fibrous joint that connects two bones in the skull without allowing any movement. It is characterized by rigid, interlocking connections that provide strength and stability to the skull.

Related terms

Fibrous Joints:

Joints connected by dense connective tissue, allowing little to no movement.

Skull:

The bony structure forming the head, protecting the brain and supporting the structures of the face.

Fontanelles:

Soft spots on a baby's head where sutures intersect, allowing for growth of the skull and brain during infancy