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Category - Initial Client Consultation and Assessment

Which type of joint is capable of flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, circumduction, and opposition movements?
  1. Hinge
  2. Ball and socket
  3. Condyloid
  4. Saddle
Explanation
Answer: D - The saddle joint, located exclusively in the thumb, is capable of flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, circumduction, and opposition movements. This is truly the only joint in the body capable of all types of articular motion.
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