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Coracohumeral ligament
Other Terms:
Ligamentum coracohumerale,
Ligament coracohuméral
Parts
None
Group
Upper limb joints - Shoulder
Description
This is a strong, flat band that crosses over the superior aspect of the fibrous capsule of the shoulder joint. It attaches to the lateral part of the base of the coracoid process and crosses the shoulder joint to attach to the anterior surface of the greater tubercle of the humerus, where it blends with the fibrous capsule of the shoulder and the tendon of the supraspinatus.
Function
Stabilizes the shoulder joint. Limits downward displacement of the joint.
Latin
Ligamentum coracohumerale
French
Ligament coracohuméral
