Glanohumeral Ligament
Glanohumral ligament
Transverse Humeral Ligament
Introduction The transverse humeral ligament is a fibrous band that runs horizontally across the top of the shoulder joint, connecting the greater and lesser tubercles of the humerus bone. It forms a roof over the bicipital groove, which houses the long head of the biceps tendon. The primary function of this ligament is to hold…
Coracohumeral Ligament
Coracohumral ligament
Lumbrical Muscle of the Hand
Description The lumbrical muscles are a group of four small intrinsic muscles located in the hand. They are named for their similarity to small earthworms or “lumbrical.” These muscles are responsible for various movements and functions within the hand. Because of their worm-like impression (lumbrical means earthworm in Latin), the 4 short intrinsic muscles of…
Iliofemoral Ligament
Iliofemoral ligament
Pubofemoral Ligament
Introduction The Pubofemoral Ligament is another important ligament that connects the pelvis to the thigh bone (femur) and helps to stabilize the hip joint. It is located on the front of the hip joint and is one of the strongest ligaments in the body. Injuries to the pubofemoral ligament can also cause pain, stiffness, and…
Ischiofemoral Ligament
Introduction The ischiofemoral ligament is a strong band of fibrous tissue that connects the ischium (a bone in the pelvis) to the femur (the thigh bone). It is one of the three major ligaments that stabilize the hip joint. The ischiofemoral ligament runs from the ischial tuberosity (a bony prominence on the ischium) to the…
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL)
lateral collateral ligament
Metacarpophalangeal Joint (MCP) Flexion & Extension
What is a Metacarpophalangeal Joint (MCP) Flexion & Extension? The Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint is a critical anatomical structure located in the hand, forming the connection between the metacarpal bones of the palm and the proximal phalanges of the fingers. These joints are essential for hand function and enable a wide range of movements that are…
Cervical Rotation
What is Cervical rotation? Cervical rotation refers to the movement of the neck or cervical spine in which the head turns to either side. This move allows you to turn your head to look over your shoulder or change your field of vision without moving your entire body. The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae…
