Suture Joints: Immovable Nature, Structure, and Protective Function
Suture joints are immovable (synarthrotic) connections exclusively found in the skull, providing robust protection and structural integrity rather tha...
By Alex
Category: Anatomy
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Clavicle: Joints, Ligaments, Muscles, and Functional Significance
The clavicle, or collarbone, connects to the sternum and scapula via the sternoclavicular and acromioclavicular joints, supported by a complex network...
By Alex
Extension: Understanding the Straightening Movement That Increases Joint Angle
Extension is the anatomical movement that increases the angle between two body parts at a joint, typically resulting in a straightening of the limb or...
By Hart
Thumb Joint: Bones, Joints, Ligaments, and Muscles Explained
The thumb joint is a complex, highly mobile articulation comprising specific bones, three primary joints (CMC, MCP, IP), stabilizing ligaments, and nu...
By Alex
Halstead Ligament: Clarifying Anatomical Terminology and Ligament Function
The term "Halstead ligament" is not a recognized anatomical structure in standard human anatomy and kinesiology literature, likely stemming ...
By Jordan
Elbow Joint: Bony Architecture, Ligaments, Muscles, and Protection
The elbow joint is protected by a complex interplay of its intricate bony architecture, strong ligaments, dynamic muscles, a resilient joint capsule, ...
By Jordan
Posterior Talofibular Ligament: Function, Anatomy, and Clinical Significance
The posterior talofibular ligament (PTFL) primarily prevents excessive posterior displacement and limits extreme external rotation of the talus, espec...
By Alex
Radius: Articular Facets, Anatomy, and Clinical Significance
The articular facets of the radius are smooth, cartilage-covered surfaces at its proximal and distal ends that form synovial joints with the humerus, ...
By Jordan
Forearm Pivot Joints: Location, Function, and Clinical Importance
The primary pivot joints in the forearm are located between the radius and the ulna bones, specifically at the proximal and distal radioulnar articula...
By Alex
