Annulus in Anatomy: Understanding Its Structure, Function, and Clinical Significance
In anatomy, an annulus refers to a ring-shaped structure, most notably the annulus fibrosus of the intervertebral disc, which provides containment, sh...
By Hart
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL): Anatomy, Attachments, and Functional Significance
The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a crucial knee ligament connecting the lateral femoral condyle of the femur to the anterior intercondylar area...
By Hart
The Femur's Joints: Anatomy and Function of the Hip and Knee
The femur, or thigh bone, forms two primary joints: the hip joint with the pelvis, and the knee joint with the tibia and patella, both crucial for hum...
By Jordan
Lower Leg Ligaments: Anatomy, Function, and Common Injuries
Ligaments in the lower leg are fibrous connective tissues primarily located around the knee, ankle, and between the tibia and fibula, serving to stabi...
By Alex
Shoulder Joint Anatomy: Blood Supply and Clinical Implications
The shoulder joint's blood supply primarily originates from branches of the axillary artery, forming a rich anastomotic network vital for nutrient del...
By Jordan
The Scapulothoracic Joint: Why It's Not a True Joint and Its Functional Significance
The scapulothoracic joint is not considered a true anatomical joint because it lacks the defining characteristics of a synovial joint, such as a joint...
By Jordan
Scapula & Sternum: Understanding Their Indirect Connection and Shoulder Girdle Anatomy
The scapula connects indirectly to the sternum through the clavicle, which articulates with the scapula at the acromioclavicular joint and with the st...
By Jordan
Ankle Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Common Injuries
The primary hinge joint between the lower leg and ankle bones is the talocrural joint, formed by the articulation of the tibia, fibula, and talus bone...
By Hart
Ball-and-Socket Joints: Anatomy, Movement, and Common Issues
A ball-and-socket joint, a type of synovial joint, features a spherical bone head fitting into a cup-like depression, enabling extensive multi-axial m...
By Hart
