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bicondylar joint

anatomy
Also known as: condylar joint

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A bicondylar joint is a type of synovial joint characterized by two distinct articular surfaces on one bone that articulate with corresponding surfaces on another bone. These joints allow for two types of movement, typically a swing and either another swing or a spin.1

Common examples of bicondylar joints include:
* The tibiofemoral joint (knee joint), which primarily allows flexion and extension, with some rotation possible.1
* The synovial joints between vertebrae, which allow for limited movement between spinal segments.1
* The atlanto-occipital joint, connecting the skull to the vertebral column.1
* The temporomandibular joints (jaw joints), which function as a single unit allowing for complex movements of the lower jaw.1

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