Question

Example of hinge joint is

• A. Elbow joint
• B. Ankle joint
• C. Interphalangeal joint
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

The hinge joint is a synovial joint, which permits uniaxial movement of bone about one axis of rotation. In hinge joint, convex surface of one bone fits into concave surface of another. The movements possible are flexion and extension. Example of hinge joints are elbow, interphalangeal joint, knee and ankle joints.