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Glenohumeral Joint

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Illustration of the glenohumeral joint[1]

Description


Function

  • Geometry provides functional benefit by allowing for a broad arc of motion
  • However, only 25% of the humeral head is in contact with the glenoid at any point in the arc of motion[2]
  • Compromise is potential instability

Vascular Supply


Nerve


Clinical Significance


See Also


References


  1. Image courtesy of kenhub.com, "Glenohumeral Joint"
  2. Campbell WC, Canale ST, Beaty JH. Campbell’s operative orthopaedics. 11th ed. Philadelphia: Mosby/Elsevier; 2008
Created by:
John Kiel on 24 March 2020 13:41:14
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16 September 2022 07:03:48
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