A hinge joint, also known as a synovial hinge joint, is a type of joint that allows for movement in one plane, similar to the opening and closing of a door.
Examples of hinge joints:
1. Knee joint: The knee joint is a classic example of a hinge joint, connecting the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone).
2. Elbow joint: The elbow joint is another example of a hinge joint, connecting the humerus (upper arm bone) to the radius and ulna bones (forearm bones).
3. Interphalangeal joints: The joints between the bones in the fingers and toes are also hinge joints.
