Sternoclavicular Joint Flashcards
1
Q
What type of joint is the sternoclavicular joint?
A
Synovial, saddle joint
2
Q
What are the articular surfaces?
A
Sternal edge of clavicle with the manubrium of sternum and first costal cartilage.
3
Q
Name four supporting ligaments of the sternoclavicular joint.
A
- Anterior sternoclavicular lig.
- Posterior sternoclavicular lig.
- Costoclavicular lig.
- Interclavicular lig.
4
Q
Name two special features of the sternoclavicular joint.
A
- Fibrocartilagenous disk
- Strong capsule
5
Q
Name the three movements of the sternoclavicular joint.
A
- Protraction
- Retraction
- Elevation
