Pelvic Girdle: Anatomy, Functions, and Clinical Significance
The 'girdle of the hip bone' refers to the pelvic girdle, a basin-shaped bony structure connecting the spine to the legs, providing support, protectio...
By Hart
Category: Anatomy
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Knee Anatomy: Bones, Cartilage, Ligaments, and More
The knee is a complex hinge joint, intricately designed with bones, cartilage, menisci, ligaments, muscles, tendons, bursae, and synovial fluid, all w...
By Hart
Foot Anatomy: Understanding the Tarsals and the Unique Role of the Talus
The tarsals are a collective group of seven foot bones forming the midfoot and hindfoot, while the talus is one specific tarsal bone that uniquely lin...
By Alex
Shoulder vs. Elbow Joint: Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Key Differences
The shoulder joint is a highly mobile ball-and-socket joint adapted for multi-directional movement, whereas the elbow joint is a stable hinge joint pr...
By Jordan
Knee Anatomy: The Tibia's Connection, Structure, and Support
The tibia connects to the knee joint primarily at its superior end, where its top surface, the tibial plateau, articulates with the rounded ends of th...
By Hart
Palmar Ligaments: Function, Anatomy, and Injuries
The palmar ligament, most commonly referring to the palmar plates of the finger joints, primarily functions to prevent hyperextension, enhance joint s...
By Hart
Ulnar Collateral Ligament of the Thumb: Anatomy, Structure, and Clinical Importance
The ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the thumb is a crucial ligament on the medial side of the thumb's MCP joint, composed of proper and accessory c...
By Alex
Shoulder Joints: Glenohumeral, Scapulothoracic, Acromioclavicular, and Sternoclavicular
The primary joint connecting the shoulder blade (scapula) and upper arm bone (humerus) is the highly mobile glenohumeral joint, which works synergisti...
By Hart
Shoulder Joint: Functional Classification, Structure, and Mobility
The shoulder joint, or glenohumeral joint, is functionally classified as a diarthrosis, specifically a synovial, ball-and-socket joint, allowing exten...
By Alex
