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Synovial Joint Types

Ball and Socket Joint

E.g. Hip and shoulder joints

Condyloid Joint

E.g. Fingers during gripping

Gliding joint

E.g. Wrist movement

Hinge Joint

E.g. Knee and elbow joints

Pivot joint

E.g. Rotation of forearm at elbow

Saddle Joint

E.g. Thumb gripping action