Skip to main content

Unfortunately we don't fully support your browser. If you have the option to, please upgrade to a newer version or use Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Safari 14 or newer. If you are unable to, and need support, please send us your feedback.

Elsevier
Publish with us
Clavicular Facet of Acromion
Skeletal System

Clavicular Facet of Acromion

Facies articularis clavicularis acromii

Read more

Description

The clavicular facet is the small, oval, superomedially facing, articular area found on the medial aspect of the acromion, close to its tip. It articulates with the acromial facet of the clavicle, forming the acromioclavicular joint.

Complete Anatomy
The world's most advanced 3D anatomy platform
Try it for Free

Learn more about this topic from other Elsevier products

Acromion

ScienceDirect image

The acromion process is a wide, flattened projection of bone from the most superior-lateral aspect of the scapula.

Explore on ScienceDirect(opens in new tab/window)

Complete Anatomy

The world's most advanced 3D anatomy platform

Complete Anatomy