Shoulder Joint Anatomy: Glenohumeral, Acromio-Clavicular Joints

The Shoulder Joint is Formed by 2 Joints-

  • Glenohumeral Joint
  • Acromio-Clavicular Joint.

Glenohumeral Joint-

  • Glenohumeral Joint Is A Ball And Socket Joint Form By Humerus and Glenoid Cavity (also called as Glenoid Fossa Of Scapula.)
  • Smooth Cartilages Cover The Surfaces Of Humerus And Glenoid Cavity.

Acromio-Clavicular Joint-

Acromio-Clavicular Joint Is A Link Between Acromion And Clavicular Bone.

Shoulder Joint Ligament and Rotator Cuff

Shoulder Joint Is Supported By Several Ligaments-

  • Rotator Cuff
  • Shoulder Joint Capsule
  • Tendons and
  • Muscles.
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Last Modified On:August 30, 2019

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