Pectoral Girdle Anatomy

Front

What is the Conoid Tubercle?

Back

A bony prominence on the inferior surface of the clavicle that serves as an attachment point for the conoid ligament.

Front

What is the Acromion?

Back

A bony process on the scapula that forms the highest point of the shoulder and articulates with the clavicle.

Front

What is the Coracoid Process?

Back

A small hook-like structure on the scapula that serves as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments.

Front

What is the Glenoid Fossa?

Back

A shallow cavity on the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus to form the shoulder joint.

Front

What is the Acromial End of the Clavicle?

Back

The lateral end of the clavicle that articulates with the acromion of the scapula.

Front

What is the Sternal End of the Clavicle?

Back

The medial end of the clavicle that articulates with the sternum.

Front

What is the Infraglenoid Tubercle?

Back

A small bony prominence located below the glenoid fossa that serves as an attachment point for the long head of the triceps brachii muscle.

Front

What is the Subscapular Fossa?

Back

A concave surface on the anterior side of the scapula that provides attachment for the subscapularis muscle.

Front

What is the Spine of the Scapula?

Back

A prominent ridge on the posterior surface of the scapula that separates the supraspinous fossa from the infraspinous fossa.

Front

What is the function of the Pectoral Girdle?

Back

To connect the upper limb to the trunk and provide support and stability for shoulder movements.