It is crucial for assessment of shoulder injuries, designing rehabilitation programs, and preventing injuries.
The primary functions include support and stability, mobility, and force transmission.
Muscles include the trapezius, rhomboids, serratus anterior, and pectoralis minor.
The clavicle connects the arm to the body and articulates with the sternum and scapula.
Common injuries include shoulder dislocations, rotator cuff tears, and fractures of the clavicle or scapula.
The sternoclavicular joint connects the clavicle to the sternum and allows for limited movement in multiple directions.
The glenoid cavity is a feature of the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus to form the shoulder joint.
The joints include the sternoclavicular joint, acromioclavicular joint, and glenohumeral joint.
The two main components are the clavicle (collarbone) and the scapula (shoulder blade).
The shoulder girdle is also known as the pectoral girdle.
The trapezius muscle elevates, retracts, and rotates the scapula.
