Ankle Malleoli: Understanding the Three Key Bony Projections
The ankle joint typically contains three distinct malleoli—medial (tibia), lateral (fibula), and posterior (tibia)—all crucial for stability and m...
By Alex
Category: Anatomy
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Hip Joint Anatomy: The Acetabulum, Femoral Head, and Their Connection
The acetabulum, a cup-shaped socket formed by the ilium, ischium, and pubis, is the part of the pelvis that connects with the spherical head of the fe...
By Alex
Shoulder Joint: Ligaments of the Glenohumeral, AC, and SC Joints
The shoulder joint's exceptional mobility is supported by a complex network of ligaments, including the glenohumeral, acromioclavicular, and sternocla...
By Jordan
Tibia and Fibula: Ligaments, Joints, and Clinical Importance
The tibia and fibula are interconnected by primary ligamentous structures at their proximal and distal joints, and by the extensive interosseous membr...
By Alex
Anatomical Rotation: Definition, Types, Joints, and Importance
In anatomy, rotation refers to the movement of a bone around its longitudinal axis, often within a joint, resulting in the turning of a body part rela...
By Jordan
Elbow Joint: Bony Anatomy, Articulations, Ligamentous Support, and Neurovascular Supply
The elbow joint is a complex synovial joint connecting the humerus, radius, and ulna, facilitating flexion, extension, pronation, and supination throu...
By Jordan
Elbow Joint: Anatomy, Articulations, Movements, and Common Issues
The elbow joint is a complex synovial joint that connects the upper arm bone (humerus) to the two forearm bones (ulna and radius), facilitating moveme...
By Alex
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
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...
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