acromion
noun
the outward end of the spine of the scapula or shoulder blade.
acromial
-
a word derived from
acromion.
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This connective tissue band anchors the coracoid process of the scapula to the inferior surface of the acromial end of the clavicle and thus provides important indirect support for the acromioclavicular joint.
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Extending laterally from the spine is a flattened and expanded region called the acromion or acromial process.
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In this case, the acromion is thrust under the acromial end of the clavicle, resulting in ruptures of both the acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular ligaments.
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The acromial end of the clavicle articulates with the acromion of the scapula at the acromioclavicular joint.
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Another plan is to place a pad over the acromial end of the clavicle, and fix it in this position by a few turns of elastic bandage carried over the shoulder and under the elbow.
From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Alexander Miles
