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Where does the clavicle articulate laterally?
The clavicle articulates laterally with the acromion process of the scapula at the acromioclavicular joint.
What ligaments secure the clavicle to the coracoid process of the scapula?
The coracoclavicular ligaments secure the clavicle inferolaterally to the coracoid process of the scapula.
What are the components of the coracoclavicular ligament?
The coracoclavicular ligament has two components–the conoid and trapezoid ligaments which are attached to the conoid tubercle and trapezoid line of the clavicle respectively.
What ribs does the scapula overlay?
2nd to 7th ribs
How is the posterior surface of the scapula divided?
The posterior surface of the scapula is divided by the spine into supraspinous fossa and infraspinous fossa.
What does the costal surface of the scapula form?
The costal surface of the scapula forms a subscapular fossa.
What is notable about the triangular body of the scapula?
The triangular body of the scapula is thin and translucent.
What does the spine of the scapula continue as?
The spine continues laterally as the acromion and articulates with the acromial end of the clavicle.
Where is the deltoid tubercle located?
The deltoid tubercle of the scapular spine is the point of attachment of the deltoid.
What borders and angles does the scapula have?
The scapula has medial lateral and superior borders and superior lateral and inferior angles.
