What is the definition of Saddle Joint?

Saddle Joint: In a saddle joint (also called a sellar joint or articulation by reciprocal reception) the opposing surfaces are reciprocally concave-convex, allowing for motion in 2 planes. Motion is similar to how a horseback rider can move in a saddle. Examples include the trapeziometacarpal joint of the thumb (1st carpometacarpal joint) and the sternoclavicular joint.

Saddle Joint

Related Terms

  • Synovial joint
  • Hinge joint
  • Ball and socket joint
  • Pivot joint
  • Gliding joint
  • Condyloid joint

Synonyms

  • Sellar
  • Sellar joint
  • Articulation by reciprocal reception

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