Radiohumeral Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Relevance
The radius, specifically its radial head, is the bone that articulates with the capitulum of the humerus, forming the radiohumeral joint.
By Hart
Category: Anatomy & Physiology
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Knee Anatomy: Understanding Tendons vs. Ligaments
Tendons connect muscle to bone to facilitate movement, while ligaments connect bone to bone to provide joint stability and restrict excessive motion.
By Hart
Sternoclavicular (SC) Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Importance
The sternoclavicular (SC) joint is the critical articulation between the sternum and clavicle, serving as the sole direct bony connection between the ...
By Hart
Joint Anatomy: Why Hip Joints Are More Stable Than Shoulders
The hip joint is more stable than the shoulder due to its deeper bony socket, stronger ligamentous reinforcement, and its primary role as a weight-bea...
By Jordan
Joint Cavities: The Synovial Membrane, Fluid, and Cartilage Explained
The inside of synovial joint cavities is primarily lined by the synovial membrane, a specialized connective tissue that produces synovial fluid essent...
By Hart
Rectus Muscles: Fiber Direction, Key Examples, and Functional Significance
Rectus muscle fibers run longitudinally, or parallel to the midline of the body or the long axis of the structure they act upon, enabling direct flexi...
By Alex
Talonavicular Joint: Classification, Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Clinical Relevance
The talonavicular joint is primarily classified as a synovial joint, specifically a modified or functional ball-and-socket joint, crucial for foot fle...
By Jordan
Transverse Perineal Ligament: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Importance
The term "transverse perineal ligament" primarily refers to the perineal membrane, a dense fibrous layer in the anterior perineum crucial fo...
By Alex
Gliding Joints: Definition, Characteristics, and Key Examples
A gliding joint, or planar joint, is a synovial joint with flat or slightly curved articulating surfaces allowing limited, non-axial sliding movements...
By Jordan
