Anatomy
The acromioclavicular ligament lies superiorly to the acromioclavicular joint. It is a thickening of the acromioclavicular capsular ligament. It attaches from the superior lateral end of the clavicle to the adjacent superior surface of the acromium.
Functions
Stabilises the acromioclavicular joint along with the coracoclavicular ligament.
Clinical
The acromioclavicular joint is a very unstable joint and is commonly dislocated.
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