Ankle Joints: Talocrural, Subtalar, and Distal Tibiofibular Articulations
The ankle complex primarily comprises the talocrural joint for up-down foot movements, the subtalar joint for inversion and eversion, and the distal t...
By Jordan
Category: Anatomy
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Popliteal Ligaments: Anatomy, Key Functions, and Clinical Importance
The popliteal ligaments primarily provide posterolateral knee stability, preventing hyperextension and controlling rotational movements, crucial for m...
By Hart
Joints: Fibrous vs. Cartilaginous - Types, Characteristics, and Functions
Fibrous joints are united by dense connective tissue, offering little to no movement, while cartilaginous joints are connected by cartilage, allowing ...
By Hart
Acromion: Anatomy, Features, Biomechanics, and Clinical Significance
The acromion is a prominent bony projection on the scapula (shoulder blade) that forms the highest point of the shoulder, crucial for its structure an...
By Jordan
Clavicle Ligaments: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Relevance
The clavicle is stabilized by approximately seven primary ligaments across its sternoclavicular and acromioclavicular joints, essential for shoulder m...
By Alex
Saddle Joint: Definition, Key Examples, and Functional Importance
A saddle joint is a biaxial synovial joint with complementary concave and convex articular surfaces, best exemplified by the carpometacarpal joint of ...
By Alex
Pes Anserinus: Anatomy, Etymology, and Clinical Significance
The pes anserinus is named for its distinctive fan-like, webbed appearance resembling a goose's foot at the conjoined insertion of three muscles on th...
By Alex
Knee Joint: Bones, Ligaments, Menisci, and Cartilage Explained
The knee is a complex hinge joint, primarily formed by the articulation of the femur, tibia, and patella, stabilized by an intricate network of ligame...
By Jordan
Knee Joint: Understanding the Tibiofemoral Joint and Its Anatomy
The knee joint, commonly known as "the knee," is anatomically termed the tibiofemoral joint, representing the primary articulation between t...
By Jordan
