Saddle Joints: Movements, Anatomy, and Clinical Significance
Saddle joints are biaxial synovial joints that primarily allow flexion/extension and abduction/adduction, with limited axial rotation, due to their un...
By Hart
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Ligaments of Humphrey: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Relevance
The Ligaments of Humphrey are accessory meniscofemoral ligaments of the knee, connecting the posterior horn of the lateral meniscus to the medial femo...
By Alex
Shoulder vs. Shoulder Joint: Understanding the Anatomical Differences
The "shoulder" refers to the entire anatomical region connecting the arm to the torso, encompassing multiple bones, muscles, and joints, whi...
By Hart
Knee Ligaments: Anatomy, Function, and Stability
The knee joint, connecting the thigh bone (femur) to the lower leg bones, is stabilized by four primary ligaments: the ACL, PCL, MCL, and LCL, which p...
By Jordan
Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Common Conditions
The joint at the base of each finger, connecting it to the palm, is the Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint, essential for hand dexterity and a wide range...
By Hart
Shoulder Joint Ligaments: Origins, Insertions, Functions, and Clinical Significance
Shoulder joint ligaments, including glenohumeral, coracohumeral, and transverse humeral ligaments, originate primarily from the scapula and insert ont...
By Alex
The Temporomandibular Joint: The Skull's Sole Synovial Joint, Its Anatomy, and Function
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the sole synovial joint found in the skull, uniquely allowing for complex movements essential for functions like ...
By Hart
Pelvic Ligaments: Structure, Function, and Clinical Importance
The pelvic bones are interconnected by a complex network of exceptionally strong ligaments, including those of the sacroiliac joints, pubic symphysis,...
By Jordan
Transverse Carpal Ligament: Function, Anatomy, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The transverse carpal ligament forms the roof of the carpal tunnel, protecting the median nerve and flexor tendons while optimizing their mechanical e...
By Hart
