Knee and Elbow Joints: Anatomical, Biomechanical, and Functional Similarities
Despite their distinct locations, the knee and elbow joints share profound similarities in their classification as hinge joints, biomechanics, stabili...
By Hart
Category: Anatomy
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Vertebral Joints: Types, Structure, Function, and Clinical Significance
The vertebral column primarily features intervertebral discs, which are cartilaginous symphyses, and facet (zygapophyseal) joints, which are synovial ...
By Alex
Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Relevance
The acromioclavicular (AC) joint is a crucial synovial joint between the clavicle and the acromion, essential for shoulder stability, movement, and fo...
By Alex
Ankle Ligament Complexes: Structure, Function, and Injury Prevention
The ankle joint's stability and motion rely on three primary ligament complexes—lateral, medial (deltoid), and syndesmotic—each providing crucial ...
By Alex
Shoulder Ligaments: Acromioclavicular and Coracoclavicular Anatomy, Function, and Injuries
The acromioclavicular ligament directly connects the scapula and clavicle, while the conoid and trapezoid ligaments (coracoclavicular complex) provide...
By Jordan
Elbow: Bones, Ligaments, Muscles, Nerves, and Vessels
The elbow is a complex hinge joint composed of the humerus, ulna, and radius, along with an intricate network of ligaments, muscles, nerves, blood ves...
By Jordan
Human Joints: Count, Types, Functions, and Health
The adult human body is generally considered to have between 250 and 350 joints, with approximately 360 being a commonly cited figure when accounting ...
By Hart
Gluteus Maximus Muscle: Origin, Insertion, and Actions
The gluteus maximus is a powerful muscle, not a ligament, originating broadly from the posterior pelvis and sacrum, and inserting into the iliotibial ...
By Hart
Spinal Extension: The Role of the Anterior Longitudinal Ligament (ALL) and Other Restrictors
The Anterior Longitudinal Ligament (ALL) is the primary ligament that limits excessive spinal extension, acting as a crucial safeguard to protect inte...
By Jordan
