Define Pivot joint

Pivot joint: Since the name suggests, this type of joint allows pivotal movement of the portions of body this joined.

Movement of the skull is an illustration. A man can turn his head from one side to other by rotating the skull that is connected to the backbone at its top in such a manner that a pivotal movement is probable.

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