Posterior sternoclavicular ligament

• Sternoclavicular Joint - Posterior sternoclavicular ligament:

  • Mirrors the anterior sternoclavicular ligament on posterior aspect joint
  • Not as strong

  A) Posterior sternoclavicular ligament

  B) Sternoclavicular Joint

  
• Sternoclavicular Joint - Posterior sternoclavicular ligament:

  Origin:

  • Medial Clavicle (posterior)

  A) Posterior sternoclavicular ligament

  B) Sternoclavicular Joint

  
• Sternoclavicular Joint - Posterior sternoclavicular ligament:

  Insertion:

  • Runs obliquely downwards and medially to the sternum

  A) Posterior sternoclavicular ligament

  B) Sternoclavicular Joint

  
• Sternoclavicular Joint - Posterior sternoclavicular ligament:

  Action:

  • Reinforces posterior aspect of the joint capsule

  A) Posterior sternoclavicular ligament

  B) Sternoclavicular Joint