Clavicle Joints: Sternoclavicular (SC) and Acromioclavicular (AC) Classifications
The clavicle forms two distinct synovial joints: the sternoclavicular (SC) joint, classified as a saddle joint, and the acromioclavicular (AC) joint, ...
By Hart
Category: Anatomy & Physiology
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Proximal vs. Distal Radioulnar Joint: Differences, Functions, and Clinical Significance
The proximal and distal radioulnar joints, though both pivot joints enabling forearm rotation, differ significantly in location, articulating surfaces...
By Alex
Joints: Definition, Classification, and Essential Roles in the Body
Joints are articulations between bones that enable movement, provide stability, absorb shock, and transmit force, which are all essential for human ac...
By Hart
Fixed Joints: Understanding Synarthroses, Anatomy, and Function
A fixed joint, also known as a synarthrosis, is a type of joint characterized by complete immobility, serving primarily to provide strong protection o...
By Jordan
Ligaments: Structure, Composition, and Functional Implications
Ligaments are robust, fibrous connective tissues primarily composed of densely packed Type I collagen fibers, arranged hierarchically to provide joint...
By Hart
Shoulder Anatomy: Understanding the Scapula, Sternum, and Shoulder Girdle Joints
There is no direct anatomical joint connecting the scapula (shoulder blade) directly to the sternum (breastbone); instead, the scapula's connection is...
By Alex
Knee Muscles: Anatomy, Function, and Importance
While no muscles are intrinsically inside the knee joint itself, a sophisticated network of surrounding muscles, including the quadriceps, hamstrings,...
By Hart
Ligament Structure: Macroscopic, Microscopic, and Biomechanical Properties
A ligament is a strong, fibrous connective tissue primarily composed of densely packed Type I collagen fibers arranged in parallel bundles, along with...
By Alex
Vertebrae: Ligaments, Discs, and Muscles Connecting the Spinal Column
The primary bands of tissue connecting the vertebrae are ligaments, providing crucial passive stability, while intervertebral discs and muscles with t...
By Jordan
