Use the illustration below (in anterior and posterior view) and label/annotate no more than 7 structures that form this joint and that contribute (muscles and ligaments) to make this joint more stable (7 marks). You can draw ligaments and muscles (not visible in this image) using the illustration below. Furthermore, answer the following questions in relation to this joint:

1. How would you classify this joint from a structural and functional point of view? (1 mark)

2. What movements, if any, are allowed at this joint? (1 mark)

3. Can you explain from an anatomical point of view why this joint is more unstable if compared to the hip joint? (3 marks)

4. This joint is reinforced by ligaments and muscles. List two of these muscles and two of these ligaments describing their position in relation to this joint. (8 marks)

5. Where would dislocations most commonly occur at this joint and why? (5 marks)

Requirements:

• Your annotated image should include arrows. Labels should only include the term of reference, not a sentence or more.  

• Convert your file to a single PDF.

• In terms of diagram size, we recommend an A4-page per picture.

• No smaller than 12-point font. 

• Label no more than 7 structures

• Write your answers following the original numerical order

• Please put your name on the document & upload below.

• Answer the questions 1-5 using the Moodle textbox (no more than 300 words).

IMPORTANT - *can be drawn by hand (must be neat) OR a stylus OR using .ppt tools, Canva.com, etc. This must be your own work - do not incorporate images from other sources - and upload as PDF file.